Labyrinth Nuts Seeds Cheese (Print Version)

A vibrant maze of nuts and seeds with a flavorful cheese center for entertaining and sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1.4 oz raw almonds
02 - 1.4 oz roasted cashews
03 - 1.4 oz shelled pistachios
04 - 1.4 oz pecan halves
05 - 1.4 oz hazelnuts

→ Seeds

06 - 1 oz pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
07 - 1 oz sunflower seeds
08 - 0.7 oz black sesame seeds
09 - 0.7 oz white sesame seeds
10 - 0.7 oz flaxseeds

→ The Prize Cheese

11 - 6.3 oz wheel of soft-ripened cheese (e.g., Brie, Camembert, or a vegan alternative)

→ Optional Accents

12 - 2 tbsp dried cranberries or cherries
13 - 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
14 - 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Lightly outline a winding maze pattern on a large flat serving board or platter using a pencil to guide the arrangement.
02 - Place single-file lines of various nuts and seeds along the drawn labyrinth, alternating types to create visual and textural contrast.
03 - Continue layering the labyrinth path in a spiral or winding fashion that leads to the center of the board.
04 - Set the soft-ripened cheese wheel in the center as the focal point of the labyrinth.
05 - Top the cheese with fresh herbs and drizzle honey or agave syrup if using, to enhance aroma and flavor.
06 - Scatter dried cranberries or cherries into gaps within the labyrinth for added color and taste.
07 - Provide small forks or cocktail picks alongside and invite guests to navigate the labyrinth to reach the cheese.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It's visually stunning enough to make people actually gasp when they see it, yet takes almost no cooking skill.
  • Every guest finds their own path and their own favorite nut or seed along the way, making it personal.
  • The soft cheese at the center melts slightly as it sits, becoming even more irresistible.
02 -
  • Room temperature nuts and seeds stay crisper than cold ones—pull everything out of the fridge at least thirty minutes before arranging.
  • The cheese will soften slightly as it sits, which is actually perfect because it becomes more spreadable and indulgent as the party goes on.
  • If you're making this more than an hour ahead, cover it loosely with plastic wrap and keep it in a cool spot away from direct sunlight.
03 -
  • Buy your nuts and seeds from bulk bins if you can—you get exactly what you need, no waste, and you can mix and match varieties to suit your crowd.
  • Toast your nuts lightly in a dry pan for five minutes before arranging if you want them to taste even more vibrant and alive.
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