Festive Cube Cheese Stack (Print)

Colorful cheese cubes paired with olives, pickles, and tomatoes for a festive appetizer.

# Ingredients:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
03 - 3.5 oz havarti, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
04 - 3.5 oz pepper jack, cut into 0.6 inch cubes

→ Garnishes

05 - 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 16 green olives, pitted
07 - 8 baby pickles (cornichons), sliced
08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Serving

09 - 16 wooden party picks or mini skewers

# Instructions:

01 - Cut all cheeses into uniformly sized 0.6 inch cubes.
02 - Place cherry tomatoes, olives, baby pickles, and parsley in separate bowls for assembly.
03 - Alternate 3 to 4 cheese cubes on each party pick, mixing types for color contrast.
04 - Insert a slice of baby pickle or an olive between cheese layers for added flavor.
05 - Place a halved cherry tomato atop each skewer and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
06 - Stand stacks upright on a festive platter for serving.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Colorful and festive presentation
  • Easy to assemble and serve
02 -
  • Swap cheeses for favorites such as Swiss Emmental or blue cheese for variety
  • Add cured meats like salami for a non-vegetarian option
03 -
  • Use wooden picks to easily assemble and serve stacks
  • Choose a variety of cheese colors for visual appeal
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