Save A beautifully arranged platter inspired by the elegance of a rose garden featuring delicate floral flavors fresh fruits artisanal cheeses and edible flowers perfect for a romantic picnic or special occasion.
This platter reminds me of lovely spring afternoons spent sharing artisan cheeses and fresh fruits with close friends.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g creamy brie cheese 80 g aged manchego cheese sliced 80 g herbed goat cheese shaped into small rounds
- Fruits: 1 cup fresh strawberries halved 1/2 cup raspberries 1/2 cup seedless red grapes 1/2 pear thinly sliced
- Accents & Garnishes: 1/4 cup candied pecans 2 tbsp rose petal jam 2 tbsp wildflower honey 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds 2 tbsp dried apricots sliced Edible rose petals unsprayed food-grade Edible violets or pansies optional
- Accompaniments: 1/2 French baguette sliced 8 10 thin water crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving platter spacing them to allow room for other components.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the fruit around the cheeses grouping strawberries raspberries grapes and pear slices for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Add candied pecans dried apricots and pomegranate seeds in small clusters or ramekins.
- Step 4:
- Spoon rose petal jam and wildflower honey into small bowls or directly onto the platter.
- Step 5:
- Artfully tuck edible rose petals and violets among the other ingredients.
- Step 6:
- Place the baguette slices and water crackers around the edge of the platter.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately allowing guests to build their own romantic bites.
Save Sharing this platter always brings smiles and warm conversations around the table.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board Small bowls or ramekins Paring knife Cheese knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheeses gluten baguette crackers and nuts pecans Check all labels especially for edible flowers and jams for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 420 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 45 g Protein 13 g per serving
Save This platter offers a feast for the eyes and palate making any occasion feel extra special.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are used in this platter?
Creamy brie, aged manchego, and herbed goat cheese shaped into small rounds.
- → Which fruits complement the cheeses?
Fresh strawberries, raspberries, seedless red grapes, and thinly sliced pear provide a vibrant, sweet contrast.
- → How are floral flavors incorporated?
Through rose petal jam, wildflower honey, and edible rose petals and violets garnishing the platter.
- → What accompaniments are served alongside?
French baguette slices and thin water crackers frame the platter for easy serving.
- → Can the platter be customized for different diets?
Yes, adding prosciutto or smoked salmon creates a non-vegetarian option, and cheeses can be substituted.