An elegant board with nuts, gold-touched almonds, and acorn-shaped cheese cutouts for festive occasions.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 240 ml whole almonds
02 - 120 ml pecans
03 - 120 ml walnuts
04 - 120 ml hazelnuts
→ Gold-Sprinkled Almonds
05 - 120 ml whole almonds
06 - 1/2 teaspoon edible gold dust or gold leaf flakes
→ Cheeses
07 - 227 g sharp cheddar cheese block
08 - 227 g gouda cheese block
09 - 227 g brie or camembert (optional)
→ Accompaniments
10 - 120 ml dried apricots
11 - 120 ml dried figs, halved
12 - 120 ml seedless red grapes
13 - 120 ml fresh apple slices
14 - 60 ml honey or fig jam
→ Crackers & Bread
15 - 240 ml assorted crackers (gluten-free if required)
16 - 1 small baguette, sliced
# How To Make:
01 - Place 120 ml almonds in a small bowl. Lightly mist or brush with water to aid gold dust adherence. Sprinkle edible gold dust evenly and toss gently to coat. Set aside to dry for a few minutes.
02 - Slice cheddar and gouda into 6 mm thick slabs. Use a small acorn-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Optionally, add detail or create a two-tone effect by stacking cheese layers using a paring knife.
03 - Arrange all nuts, including gold-sprinkled almonds, pecans, walnuts, and hazelnuts, in small clusters or bowls on a large board or platter.
04 - Place acorn-shaped cheese cutouts around the board, interspersed with cubes or wedges of brie or camembert to add texture variety.
05 - Distribute dried apricots, figs, grapes, and apple slices on the board in small piles or fan shapes to add color and freshness.
06 - Place honey or fig jam in a small serving dish along with a spoon or honey dipper.
07 - Fill remaining spaces on the board with assorted crackers and baguette slices.
08 - Serve immediately or cover lightly and refrigerate up to one hour before serving.
