Ingredients:

  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup sliced kiwi (about 2 kiwis)
  • 1 cup grapes (red or green)
  • 1 cup assorted chocolates (dark, milk, and white)
  • 1 cup assorted cookies (e.g., biscotti, macarons, chocolate chip)
  • 1 cup mini doughnuts (about 6 mini doughnuts)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 4 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
  • ½ cup Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread
  • ½ cup raspberry or strawberry jam
  • ½ cup honey or agave syrup
  • ½ cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • ¼ cup edible flowers (for decoration, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Wash all berries and grapes under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean paper towel.
  2. Slice the kiwi and set aside.
  3. If needed, place cheese in the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice.
  4. Choose a large wooden board
  5. Start by placing the cheese on the board. Use small spoons for the cream cheese and mascarpone.
  6. Arrange the brie wedges next to the other cheeses.
  7. Create sections for the assorted chocolates, cookies, and mini doughnuts.
  8. Use small bowls for Nutella and jam, placing them in the corners of the board.
  9. Fill in gaps with your prepared fruits, arranging them in clusters.
  10. Sprinkle mixed nuts around the fruit and sweets to add crunch.
  11. Drizzle honey or agave syrup over the cheese or in a small bowl for easy access.
  12. Optionally, scatter edible flowers throughout the board for a beautiful touch.
  13. Use small forks, toothpicks, or cheese knives for serving. Provide plates for guests.