Stepping Stones Cheese Chips (Printable Version)

Cheese rounds paired with blue corn chips create a visually fun and flavorful starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz goat cheese log
02 - 5.3 oz well-chilled brie cheese
03 - 5.3 oz smoked gouda

→ River Base

04 - 5.3 oz blue corn tortilla chips

→ Garnishes

05 - 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
06 - 1 tbsp cracked black pepper
07 - 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
08 - 2 tbsp honey

# Directions:

01 - Slice each cheese into rounds approximately 0.4 inch thick. Chill slices for 10 minutes if needed for easier handling.
02 - On a large serving platter or board, create a winding river pattern using the blue corn tortilla chips.
03 - Place the cheese rounds across the chip river, alternating cheese types to enhance visual appeal.
04 - Sprinkle chopped chives and cracked black pepper over the cheese rounds. Scatter pomegranate seeds along the chip river for added color.
05 - Lightly drizzle honey over the cheese rounds if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It's honestly just cheese and chips arranged prettily, which means everyone wins no matter their taste buds.
  • The contrast between creamy goat cheese, buttery brie, and smoky gouda keeps your mouth interested with every bite.
  • People think you've put way more effort into it than you actually have, which is the secret ingredient in any good appetizer.
02 -
  • Warm cheese slices won't stay firm, so if your kitchen is hot, chill the arranged platter for a few minutes before serving.
  • The order of cheeses matters less than the variety, but alternating them keeps guests from accidentally taking three identical bites in a row.
03 -
  • A damp paper towel beside your cutting board keeps your cheese knife clean between slices, which means cleaner cuts and less cheese dragging.
  • If you're making this hours ahead, keep the cheeses and chips separate and only arrange them thirty minutes before guests arrive so nothing gets stale or soft.
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