Frosted Pine Cheese Board (Printable Version)

A festive cheese board with sugared rosemary, white cheddar, and almond accents perfect for winter gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 7 oz white cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded

→ Garnishes

02 - 12 fresh rosemary sprigs
03 - 2 tbsp water
04 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar, plus additional for dusting

→ Nuts

05 - 2 oz whole almonds, raw or lightly toasted

→ Crackers & Extras

06 - 12 to 16 assorted gluten-free crackers, optional
07 - 1 tbsp honey, optional for drizzling

# Steps:

01 - Lightly moisten rosemary sprigs with water, then roll them in granulated sugar until well coated. Place on parchment-lined tray and allow to dry for 10 minutes.
02 - Pile the white cheddar cheese in gentle mounds on a serving platter to create the appearance of snowdrifts.
03 - Position the sugared rosemary sprigs upright within the cheese mounds to mimic frosted pine trees.
04 - Cluster whole almonds near the cheese to resemble pinecones.
05 - Surround the arrangement with gluten-free crackers or drizzle honey as desired.
06 - Present immediately to enjoy the festive display.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Your guests will actually pause to admire the platter before diving in—it's that beautiful.
  • Zero cooking required means you can spend time on what matters, like sipping wine and enjoying company.
  • It tastes as festive as it looks, with sweet rosemary and creamy cheese creating an unexpectedly sophisticated flavor story.
02 -
  • Don't overwater the rosemary or the sugar will turn to syrup instead of frosting—a light mist is all you need, and dry sprigs actually work better than wet ones.
  • Let the frosted rosemary dry before arranging so the sugar stays crisp and doesn't weep into the cheese or crackers.
03 -
  • Freeze your serving platter for 15 minutes before arranging if your kitchen is warm; it keeps the cheese from sweating and the board from wilting.
  • The sugared rosemary is the star—don't skimp on the frosting step or let it sit too long before serving, or it loses that magical crystalline look.
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