When you’re in need of a delicious show-stopping appetizer, this Boursin® Holiday Cheese Platter is sure to hit all the right notes!
And let’s face it – we’re always in need of at least one show-stopper!
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When it comes to my holiday cheese platter, I like to include a wide variety of textures, colors and tastes.
Welcome, Boursin® Holiday Cheese Platter!
A few years ago, on a balmy Thanksgiving day {which in Upstate NY is pretty uncharacteristic} we cozied up on the patio in front of a fire while the turkey was roasting and the kids were having a competitive game of touch-football. While enjoying the friendly competition, Dom and I noshed on a mini Boursin® Cheese platter complemented by my favorite cranberry wine. On a small board we arranged a wheel of Boursin® Cheese, some fruit, pretty sure it was dried – figs and apricots, and some nuts, probably pecans. Mild tasting crackers served as the Boursin® vessel, and We. Had. Ourselves. A. Party!
I have not forgotten that moment. My favorite holiday. Sunshine. Everybody home. Cranberry wine. Boursin® Cheese. Boursin® Cheese. Boursin® Cheese. It has stayed with me all these years later.
It is no joke when I tell you, Boursin® Cheese does the job! It creates WOW-worthy experiences that you and your guests will not soon forget!
For this board I pulled out all the stops. Red grapes which are a sweet jammy complement to our herby creamy crumbly Boursin® Cheese, along with fresh berries and pomegranate seeds. I’ve sprinkled in some charcuterie – Italian meats that always hold a special place on my cheese board, fresh vegetables – cherry tomatoes, cured olives, mini kosher pickles, and nuts for some added crunch. I went with walnuts and pistachios this time. For our carby component – I personally love toasty bread aka crostini, but your favorite crackers will work just fine.
Here’s the thing about a Boursin® Cheese Board….you can’t go wrong!
Feel free to include as many of the following delicious items alongside this perfectly herbed creamy cheese:
- Meat – Salami, Prosciutto, Pepperoni, Sopressata
- Bread – Italian, Artisan, Baguette, Flatbread, Crackers, Grilled Crostini
- Savory Complements – Kalamata Olives, Almonds, Roasted Red Peppers, Artichoke Hearts, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
- Sweet Complements – Grapes, Pears, Cherries, Figs, Berries
- Finishers – Honey, Fruit Preserves, Spicy Mustard
With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s best to plan ahead for special moments. You can never go wrong with a Boursin® Cheese Board!
And for more inspiring recipe ideas, visit Boursin® Gournay Cheese Recipes!
Buon Appetito!
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Boursin Holiday Cheese Platter
Description
When you’re in need of a delicious show-stopping appetizer, this Boursin® Holiday Cheese Platter is sure to hit all the right notes!
Ingredients
- Boursin® Cheese
- pepperoni
- sopressata
- cherry tomatoes
- cured olives
- mini dill pickles
- blueberries
- blackberries
- grapes
- pomegranate seeds
- pistachios
- walnuts
- crostini
Instructions
- Assemble Boursin® Cheese and Italian meats on a large beautiful board then fill in the rest of the board with the accompaniments.
Boursin cheese is dangerous around me! I just can’t stop. I would destroy this platter, Annie! To put it gracefully, haha. It’s beautiful, and full of delicious morsels. I’d love to have this in front of me!
Yes! This platter is highly destroyable! I like that!! Thank you, my friend!!
Yum! I need a cheese platter in my life right now! I haven’t had one in so long! And all of your yummy ingredients are making me hungry! Hope you are having a wonderful Thursday Annie!
So happy you like!! Thank you, my friend!!
An easy way to entertain and there is something for everyone.
Best way to entertain! Thank you, Karen!
This platter is to die for! Love that it can be customized to ones liking and perfect appetizer for upcoming holiday parties!
Yay! Thank you, Kevin! You can never really go wrong!
So pretty! I can spend all day munching on the members of this board without any regrets! That day is coming next week:)
Yep! All day! Sounds perfect to me! 🙂
This cheese platter is a definite show stopper Annie! But forget sharing with guests! My hubby and I could make a meal on this all by ourselves!
We do it all the time! Thanks, Leanne! 🙂
Oh wow, Annie! This has put me in the mood for a family gathering! Such a lovely cheese platter!
Awww! I love that! Nothing better to get the party started!
Hi Annie! I can understand why that is your favorite holiday memory, I can just feel all the loves. Now lets talk about this cheese platter!! Oh my gosh it is exquisite! I love the pomegranate seeds, the nut selection and all the right fruits and of course an herby cheese is a must. I love Boursin myself, so creamy!! This cheese platter is a meal in itself 😉 . Take care!!
Hi Stacey! How are you? Thank you for your kind words, my friend! Happy Thanksgiving!
It wouldn’t be a holiday without a cheese platter Annie! And Boursin cheese is one of my favorites! I LOVE all their flavors! Gorgeous work!!
Boursin is a favorite of mine, too!! It really packs a punch of delicious flavor!! Thanks, my dear!!
Wowwoow! What a platter, Annie! I think I’d just have this instead of all the other Thanksgiving goodies, hehe. I’ve not had Boursin in far too long…and I love it! It’s time!
You and I are soul sisters! Bring on the Boursin platter! It is time, my friend! Enjoy! xo
Beautiful! Boursin is a staple in this household and especially for the holidays. Easy and delicious for entertaining.
We are never without it at the holidays! It’s even in my fridge, here, on vacation! Thanks, Jennifer!! 🙂
I could have this every single day and never tire of it! Hubby and I often have this kinda thing on Friday or Saturday and call it dinner. I love how I could have a little bit of this, a little bit of that, ya know? Plus, this looks beautiful! Have a lovely week, my friend! XOXO
Not only are they delicious – they’re beautiful! All the flavors, colors and textures…so pleasing! Thanks, dear! XOXO
Little makes me as happy as a cheese board. At any holiday or party, you’ll just find me camped out next to one, probably eating all the cheese before anyone else gets any. And I could easily make a meal out of your cheese board! It’s loaded with all the good stuff. Have a great week, Annie!
I am with you! Herby cheese and crusty bread… Done!! Thank you, my friend! xo
I could live on antipasti! The variety! The taste! So yummy. All I need is a sliced baguette or two to go along with it! In fact, my Honey always says not to make an entire meal — just antipasti. Oh, and wine of course. Beautiful spread!! xoxo
You and me both, my friend! As a matter of fact, Hubby and I will have a cheese board, only, for dinner sometimes! It’s the best!! Thank you! xoxo