Turkey Cheese Cracker Board

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Arrange thin slices of roasted turkey breast on a large board, surrounded by cubed cheddar, sliced gouda, and brie cheeses. Add an assortment of crackers and breadsticks, then fill gaps with grapes, apple slices, dried cranberries, and pecans. Serve with cranberry sauce and whole grain mustard in small bowls, garnished with fresh rosemary for a festive touch. This no-cook, easy-to-assemble platter is perfect for holiday gatherings and pairs well with light white wine or sparkling cider.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:46:00 GMT
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A festive and crowd-pleasing appetizer platter featuring roasted turkey, assorted cheeses, crackers, and seasonal accompaniments, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.

This platter has become a holiday staple in my family and is always the first to disappear at parties.

Ingredients

  • Proteins: 200 g (7 oz) roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced
  • Cheeses: 120 g (4 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, cubed, 120 g (4 oz) gouda cheese, sliced, 120 g (4 oz) brie cheese, sliced
  • Crackers & Breads: 200 g (7 oz) assorted crackers (e.g. whole wheat multigrain butter), 80 g (3 oz) breadsticks
  • Fruits & Nuts: 1 cup seedless red grapes, 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup pecans
  • Accompaniments: 1/2 cup cranberry sauce, 1/3 cup whole grain mustard, Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

Instructions

Arrange turkey:
Arrange the turkey slices in a fan or circular pattern on a large serving board or platter.
Place cheeses:
Place cheese varieties in separate sections, spacing them evenly around the turkey.
Add crackers:
Fill in empty spaces with crackers and breadsticks, stacking them neatly.
Add fruits and nuts:
Add clusters of grapes, apple slices, dried cranberries, and pecans in between the meats and cheeses.
Prepare sauces:
Spoon cranberry sauce and mustard into small bowls or ramekins; place on the board.
Garnish:
Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs for a festive touch.
Serve:
Serve immediately ensuring all items are easily accessible for guests.
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Gathering around this platter has become a beloved tradition in our family holiday parties.

Notes

Swap turkey for smoked chicken or ham if desired. Add other cheeses such as blue cheese or goat cheese for variety. Pair with a light white wine or sparkling cider.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, Small bowls or ramekins, Cheese knife, Paring knife

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cheese), Wheat (crackers breadsticks), Tree nuts (pecans). May contain Eggs depending on cracker brand. Always check product labels for hidden allergens.

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This easy-to-assemble board makes entertaining effortless and delicious every time.

Turkey Cheese Cracker Board

Festive platter with roasted turkey, cheeses, crackers, and fresh seasonal accompaniments for entertaining.

Setup duration
20 min
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Complete duration
20 min
Created by Olivia Harper

Classification Asian-Inspired Dishes

Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Nutrition specifications None specified

Components

Proteins

01 7 oz roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced

Cheeses

01 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 4 oz gouda cheese, sliced
03 4 oz brie cheese, sliced

Crackers & Breads

01 7 oz assorted crackers (e.g., whole wheat, multigrain, butter)
02 3 oz breadsticks

Fruits & Nuts

01 1 cup seedless red grapes
02 1 cup dried cranberries
03 1 apple, sliced
04 1/2 cup pecans

Accompaniments

01 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
02 1/3 cup whole grain mustard
03 Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Preparation steps

Phase 01

Arrange Turkey: Place turkey breast slices in a fan or circular layout on a large serving platter.

Phase 02

Position Cheeses: Distribute cheddar, gouda, and brie cheese into separate sections around the turkey evenly.

Phase 03

Add Crackers and Breadsticks: Fill remaining spaces on the platter with assorted crackers and breadsticks, stacking them neatly.

Phase 04

Add Fruits and Nuts: Insert clusters of grapes, apple slices, dried cranberries, and pecans between meats and cheeses.

Phase 05

Place Accompaniments: Spoon cranberry sauce and whole grain mustard into small bowls or ramekins and set them on the board.

Phase 06

Garnish: Decorate the board with fresh rosemary sprigs to provide an aromatic and festive appearance.

Phase 07

Serve: Present immediately ensuring all items are accessible for guests to enjoy.

Necessary tools

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls or ramekins
  • Cheese knife
  • Paring knife

Potential allergens

Review each component for potential allergens and seek professional healthcare advice if you're uncertain about ingredients.
  • Contains milk, wheat, and tree nuts; may contain eggs depending on cracker brand.

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy Content: 320
  • Fats: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Proteins: 16 g