Festive Cube Cheese Stack (Printable Version)

Colorful stacked cubes of cheddar, gouda, and havarti, garnished with olives and cherry tomatoes for holiday snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
03 - 3.5 oz havarti, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
04 - 3.5 oz pepper jack, cut into 0.6 inch cubes

→ Garnishes

05 - 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 16 green olives, pitted
07 - 8 baby pickles (cornichons), sliced
08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Serving

09 - 16 wooden party picks or mini skewers

# How To Make It:

01 - Cut all cheeses into uniformly sized cubes approximately 0.6 inches each side.
02 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, olives, baby pickles, and chopped parsley in separate bowls for convenient assembly.
03 - Thread 3 to 4 cubes of mixed cheeses onto each wooden pick, alternating types for a colorful presentation.
04 - Insert slices of baby pickle or olives between cheese cubes to introduce contrasting flavors.
05 - Cap each stack with a halved cherry tomato and sprinkle with chopped parsley to finish.
06 - Arrange the completed stacks vertically on a serving platter for an inviting presentation.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, no cooking required.
  • Colorful cheese cubes create an eye-catching and festive presentation.
  • Customizable with your favorite cheeses and garnishes.
  • Perfect for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Alternate cheese types on each skewer to create a colorful and visually appealing stack.
  • Add a slice of pickle or olive between cheese cubes to introduce bursts of flavor and texture.
  • Prepare cheese cubes in advance and keep refrigerated covered to streamline assembly before serving.
  • Use sturdy wooden party picks or mini skewers to ensure the stacks hold together securely.
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