Rose Garden Romantic Platter (Printable Version)

Elegant platter with cheeses, fresh fruits, and edible flowers for romantic sharing moments.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz creamy brie cheese
02 - 2.8 oz aged manchego cheese, sliced
03 - 2.8 oz herbed goat cheese, shaped into small rounds

→ Fruits

04 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
05 - 1/2 cup raspberries
06 - 1/2 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1/2 pear, thinly sliced

→ Accents & Garnishes

08 - 1/4 cup candied pecans
09 - 2 tablespoons rose petal jam
10 - 2 tablespoons wildflower honey
11 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
12 - 2 tablespoons dried apricots, sliced
13 - Edible rose petals (unsprayed, food-grade)
14 - Edible violets or pansies (optional)

→ Accompaniments

15 - 1/2 French baguette, sliced
16 - 8 to 10 thin water crackers

# Directions:

01 - Place the brie, manchego, and herbed goat cheese on a large serving platter, spacing them to accommodate additional ingredients.
02 - Fan out the strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and pear slices around the cheeses, grouping like fruits together for an appealing presentation.
03 - Distribute candied pecans, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds in small clusters or ramekins across the platter.
04 - Spoon rose petal jam and wildflower honey into small bowls or drizzle directly onto the platter for flavor contrast.
05 - Artfully tuck edible rose petals and violets among the other components to enhance visual appeal.
06 - Place sliced baguette and water crackers around the platter's edges to complete the assembly.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to assemble personalized bites.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Delicate floral flavors
  • Perfect for a romantic picnic or special occasion
02 -
  • Contains dairy cheeses gluten baguette crackers and nuts pecans
  • Chill the platter slightly before serving and pair with a sparkling rosé or floral white wine
03 -
  • Substitute cheeses to taste burrata or camembert work beautifully
  • Add thinly sliced prosciutto or smoked salmon for a non-vegetarian option
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