Save A whimsical holiday platter featuring a variety of cheeses and snacks arranged to resemble a reindeers face—a fun, festive treat perfect for kids parties or family gatherings.
This platter always delights my family during the holidays and gets everyone involved in the fun of assembling it together.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 200 g mild cheddar cheese sliced, 150 g mozzarella cheese sliced, 100 g gouda cheese cubed
- Crackers & Bread: 20 round whole wheat crackers, 8 pretzel twists (for antlers), 6 breadsticks halved
- Vegetables & Garnishes: 1 small red bell pepper cut into rounds (for nose and cheeks), 8 black olives sliced (for eyes), 1 small cucumber sliced, 1 carrot sliced into rounds and sticks
- Other: 2 tablespoons cream cheese (for gluing features)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Select a large round platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheddar cheese slices in an oval shape at the center to form the reindeers face.
- Step 3:
- Place mozzarella slices on each side of the face for cheeks.
- Step 4:
- Use gouda cubes around the bottom edge for the chin.
- Step 5:
- Position two pretzel twists or breadstick halves at the top of the head to create antlers.
- Step 6:
- Place two round crackers above the face as ears.
- Step 7:
- Adhere olive slices with a little cream cheese to form eyes.
- Step 8:
- Add a red bell pepper round for the nose, securing with cream cheese if needed.
- Step 9:
- Use cucumber and carrot slices for added decoration around the face or as a border.
- Step 10:
- Add any additional veggies or crackers to fill out the platter and serve immediately.
Save This recipe brings the family together as we enjoy assembling and eating this playful platter during the holidays.
Notes
Use different cheeses for color variation. Substitute gluten-free crackers if needed. Serve with hummus or ranch dip on the side. Get kids involved in arranging the platter for extra fun.
Required Tools
Large serving platter Small knife Spreading knife or small spoon
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 14 g Protein 8 g
Save A delightful and easy-to-make platter that brings joy and color to any holiday gathering.
Recipe Guide
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Mild cheddar, mozzarella, and gouda offer different textures and colors that complement each other and enhance the visual appeal.
- → How do I keep the components from sliding?
Use cream cheese as an edible adhesive to gently secure olives, pepper rounds, and other small items in place.
- → Can I customize the veggies used?
Absolutely, use fresh vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper slices or other colorful produce to decorate and add freshness.
- → What are good substitutes for pretzels as antlers?
Breadsticks or similarly shaped crunchy snacks make excellent replacements while maintaining the festive look.
- → How long can I prepare this platter in advance?
It’s best served immediately or within a couple of hours when refrigerated; fresh veggies may lose crunch if left too long.