Candy Cane Stripe Fruit Cheese (Printable)

Festive appetizer with alternating stripes of fresh fruits and cheese arranged in a candy cane shape.

# What you'll need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup raspberries
03 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved

→ Cheese

04 - 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
05 - 1 cup white cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

→ Garnish

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

# Preparation steps:

01 - On a large serving platter or board, layer alternating stripes of red fruits (strawberries, raspberries, grapes) and cheese cubes (mozzarella, white cheddar) forming a curved candy cane shape.
02 - Continue layering until the candy cane shape is fully formed with even and distinct stripes.
03 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves placed atop the arrangement for added color and freshness.
04 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Festive and vibrant presentation
  • Easy to prepare in 15 minutes
02 -
  • You can substitute feta or goat cheese for a tangier flavor
  • For added sweetness drizzle with a little honey before serving
03 -
  • Use fresh ripe fruit for best flavor and vibrant colors
  • Arrange stripes tightly to create a neat candy cane shape
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