Cranberry White Cheddar Tree (Print Version)

A visually stunning tree-shaped cheese and fruit appetizer featuring white cheddar and dried cranberries.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 oz white cheddar cheese, cut into ¾ inch cubes

→ Fruits & Nuts

02 - ¾ cup dried cranberries
03 - ½ cup roasted, unsalted pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
04 - Small bunch of fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

→ Accompaniments

05 - Crackers or crostini for serving (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Arrange the white cheddar cubes on a large serving platter or board forming a wide base tapering to a point at the top to mimic a tree.
02 - Evenly sprinkle dried cranberries over and between the cheese cubes to add color and tartness.
03 - Scatter the roasted pistachios across the tree for texture and visual interest.
04 - Tuck small sprigs of fresh rosemary between the cheese cubes to simulate pine branches and introduce aromatic notes.
05 - Optionally, place a small star-shaped cheddar piece or a cracker at the apex as a festive topper.
06 - Present immediately alongside crackers or crostini as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Visually stunning and festive
  • Combines creamy, tangy, and fresh flavors
02 -
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts
  • Gluten may be present in crackers—choose gluten-free options if needed
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to cut even cheese cubes
  • Arrange ingredients carefully to maintain the tree shape
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