Crescent Moon Stars Cheese Board (Print Version)

Elegant cheese board featuring crackers, assorted cheeses, and celestial star-shaped accents.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar
02 - 3.5 oz creamy blue cheese
03 - 4.2 oz brie or camembert
04 - 2.8 oz gouda (for cutting stars)

→ Crackers & Bread

05 - 3.5 oz charcoal or black sesame crackers
06 - 3.5 oz sliced pumpernickel bread
07 - 1.8 oz seeded flatbread

→ Fruit & Nuts

08 - 1 bunch black grapes
09 - small handful dried figs, halved
10 - small handful Marcona almonds

→ Garnish

11 - fresh rosemary sprigs
12 - honey or fig preserves (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Using a small star-shaped cutter, cut 8 to 12 stars from the gouda cheese. Set aside.
02 - Place the black crackers and pumpernickel slices in a crescent formation along one side of a large serving board or platter.
03 - Position chunks or slices of aged cheddar, blue cheese, and brie along the inner edge of the crescent, alternating colors and textures.
04 - Distribute the gouda stars opposite the crescent, creating a visual effect of stars floating away.
05 - Fill the remaining spaces with black grapes, dried figs, and Marcona almonds, enhancing color and flavor.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and serve with honey or fig preserves if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that takes just 20 minutes, so you can impress without the stress
  • Every element has been taste-tested together, so the flavors dance rather than compete
  • Vegetarian and naturally accommodates so many dietary preferences without feeling limited
  • It works for everything from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties
02 -
  • Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 minutes before serving—cold cheese tastes like nothing. Room temperature cheese is where flavor lives
  • The gouda stars won't hold their shape if the cheese is too warm or too cold. That sweet spot in the middle is everything
  • Always arrange your board the same day you serve it, but do your cutting earlier. Prep your stars, slice your cheeses, and store them separately. Assembly takes 15 minutes when everything's ready
03 -
  • Activating charcoal crackers create the deepest, most dramatic darkness—they're worth seeking out for maximum visual impact
  • Cut your stars hours ahead and store them on parchment paper in a cool spot (not the fridge). This prevents them from sweating and losing their clean edges
  • The rosemary isn't just decoration—brush lightly against the sprigs with your hand to release oils as guests approach. The aroma prepares them for the taste
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