Save Experience the enchantment of a celestial evening with the Moon & Stars Night Board, a whimsical grazing board that captures the magic of starry skies. This delightful assortment features cheeses cut into moons and stars, surrounded by vibrant fruits, crunchy nuts, and sweet treats, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering or a cozy stargazing night.
Save This grazing board invites you to explore flavors and textures as you nibble under the stars. The combination of creamy cheeses, juicy fruits, nuts, and sweet chocolates sparks both the palate and the imagination, making every bite a journey through a moonlit night.
Ingredients
- Cheeses
120 g brie cheese
120 g gouda cheese
100 g blue cheese
100 g sharp cheddar
1 small log goat cheese - Fruits
1 cup seedless grapes (red and/or green)
1 pear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup blueberries - Crackers & Bread
1 cup assorted crackers (star- and moon-shaped if possible)
1 small baguette, sliced - Nuts & Sweets
1/2 cup roasted almonds
1/2 cup candied walnuts
1/4 cup dark chocolate stars
1/4 cup moon-shaped sugar cookies - Garnishes
Edible gold dust (optional)
Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs
Instructions
- 1. Cut cheeses
- Cut cheeses into star and crescent moon shapes using small cookie cutters. Crumble or slice remaining cheese as desired.
- 2. Arrange cheeses
- Arrange cheeses in the center of a large serving board, alternating shapes for a celestial effect.
- 3. Add crackers and bread
- Place crackers and bread slices around the cheeses.
- 4. Add fruits
- Add clusters of grapes, pear slices, dried apricots, and blueberries in open spaces.
- 5. Scatter nuts
- Scatter roasted almonds and candied walnuts throughout the board.
- 6. Add sweets
- Place chocolate stars and moon-shaped cookies for a sweet accent.
- 7. Garnish
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or mint and, if desired, dust select items lightly with edible gold for a magical touch.
- 8. Serve
- Serve immediately at room temperature.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
This easy-to-assemble board benefits from thoughtful preparation: use firm cheeses for clean cookie cutter shapes, and chill them briefly if needed to avoid breakage. Arrange items with balance—group colors and shapes to maintain a celestial theme, and keep the serving board large enough to provide breathing space between clusters. Optionally, pre-portion nuts and sweets into small bowls for tidier serving.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a vegan version, substitute all cheeses and sweets with plant-based alternatives that maintain flavor and texture. Add honeycomb or fig jam to introduce a contrasting sweetness. Seasonal fruits such as figs or pomegranate seeds can enhance the board's look and taste. Feel free to swap crackers with gluten-free varieties to accommodate dietary needs.
Serviervorschläge
Pair this celestial board with sparkling wine or a refreshing elderflower lemonade to complement its rich and sweet elements. Serve on a wooden or slate board for rustic elegance, and provide small plates and cocktail picks to encourage mingling and sharing during your magical evening.
Save With its starry shapes and harmonious flavors, the Moon & Stars Night Board turns any occasion into a memorable celebration. Whether under the real night sky or the warm glow of indoor lights, this grazing board invites you to pause, share, and savor moments that feel truly magical.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the cheeses into stars and moons?
Use small star and crescent moon cookie cutters to cut the cheeses into desired shapes. For softer cheeses, chilling them slightly helps create cleaner cuts.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses for vegan options?
Yes, plant-based cheeses can replace dairy varieties to accommodate vegan preferences while maintaining flavor variety.
- → What fruits work best on this board?
Seedless grapes, thinly sliced pears, dried apricots, and blueberries provide a colorful and complementary mix of sweetness and texture.
- → How do I keep crackers from getting soggy on the board?
Place crackers and bread slices around the cheeses just before serving, and avoid placing juicy fruits directly on them.
- → What garnishes enhance the board's presentation?
Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs add vibrant color and aroma, while a light dusting of edible gold dust offers a magical, celestial finish.
- → Can I prepare the board in advance?
While most elements hold well, shape cheeses just before serving to preserve their form and freshness.