Save A playful, sweet-and-savory snack plate inspired by the beauty of a honeycomb, featuring honey, cheeses, fruits, and crunchy bites — perfect for sharing.
This snack plate always brightens up my gatherings with its variety and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g honeycomb (edible honeycomb available at specialty stores or delis), 100 g creamy goat cheese, 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 100 g brie sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless grapes halved, 1 small apple sliced, 1 small pear sliced, 1/4 cup dried apricots
- Crunchy Elements: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup whole-grain crackers, 1/2 cup breadsticks or baguette slices
- Sweet Accents: 2 tbsp wildflower honey, 1 tbsp bee pollen (optional)
- Fresh Herbs (Optional): A few sprigs of fresh thyme or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving platter spacing them out attractively
- Place Honeycomb:
- Place the honeycomb at the center of the platter Drizzle the wildflower honey over the cheeses and honeycomb
- Add Fruits:
- Add the grapes apple slices pear slices and dried apricots around the cheeses
- Add Crunchy Elements:
- Scatter the roasted almonds and arrange the crackers and breadsticks on the platter
- Sprinkle Bee Pollen:
- Sprinkle bee pollen lightly over the honeycomb and fruit if using
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh thyme or mint sprigs Serve immediately
Save My family loves assembling this platter together before enjoying it, turning snack time into quality bonding time.
Notes
Substitute any of the cheeses with your favorites such as Manchego or blue cheese For a vegan option use plant-based cheeses and maple syrup instead of honey Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon Bee pollen is optional and should be omitted for those with pollen allergies
Required Tools
Large serving platter Paring knife Cheese knife Small spoon (for honey)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) nuts (almonds) gluten (crackers breadsticks) Bee products may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies
Save This snack plate is quick to prepare yet feels special—perfect for any occasion.
Kitchen Q&A
- → What cheeses work best for this snack plate?
Creamy goat cheese, aged cheddar, and sliced brie create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. You can also substitute with Manchego or blue cheese for variety.
- → Can I replace honeycomb with another ingredient?
Edible honeycomb provides a unique texture and sweetness, but for alternatives, consider using high-quality honey paired with fresh fruits and cheeses.
- → What crunchy elements complement this plate?
Roasted almonds, whole-grain crackers, and breadsticks add satisfying crunch and contrast nicely with soft cheeses and fruits.
- → Is bee pollen necessary for the dish?
Bee pollen is an optional accent that offers subtle flavor and visual appeal. Omit if you have allergies or prefer a milder profile.
- → How should this plate be served for best results?
Arrange all components attractively on a large platter and serve immediately to enjoy fresh textures and flavors at their best.
- → Are there vegetarian or vegan adaptations possible?
This option is vegetarian as is; for a vegan adaptation, replace cheeses with plant-based alternatives and substitute honey with maple syrup.