Gilded Hive Cheese Board (Printable)

Honeycomb centerpiece with hexagon-cut cheeses and crackers, enhanced with fruits and nuts for elegant display.

# Ingredient list:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Manchego cheese
02 - 3.5 oz Aged cheddar
03 - 3.5 oz Gruyère
04 - 3.5 oz Brie
05 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese
06 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese log

→ Crackers

07 - 8.8 oz whole wheat crackers (large, square or rectangular)
08 - 8.8 oz seeded crackers

→ Honeycomb Center

09 - 3.5 oz edible honeycomb

→ Accompaniments

10 - 2 tablespoons runny honey
11 - 1/2 cup Marcona almonds
12 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
13 - 1/2 cup fresh grapes
14 - Fresh edible flowers or microgreens (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Using a food-safe hexagon-shaped cutter (approximately 2–3 inches wide), slice all cheeses into neat hexagon shapes. Chill Brie and goat cheese briefly to achieve cleaner cuts.
02 - Arrange crackers and trim them into hexagonal shapes with the same cutter. Select intact pieces suitable for display as some may break during cutting.
03 - Position the edible honeycomb at the center of the serving board as the focal point.
04 - Arrange cheeses around the honeycomb in a circular, radiating pattern, alternating varieties to provide color and texture contrast.
05 - Form concentric circles or rays around the cheese using the hexagon-cut crackers.
06 - Distribute Marcona almonds, dried apricots, and grapes into empty spaces to add visual interest and balance.
07 - Lightly drizzle runny honey over the honeycomb and surrounding cheeses to enhance sheen and flavor.
08 - Optionally garnish with fresh edible flowers or microgreens for a refined finish.
09 - Present immediately with cheese knives or spreaders for convenience.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms ordinary cheese and crackers into an Instagram-worthy centerpiece that actually tastes incredible, not just looks stunning.
  • The prep work is meditative and forgiving—there's no cooking involved, just thoughtful cutting and arranging that feels like a creative break from the usual kitchen rush.
  • Your guests will genuinely remember this board because it's unexpected, and that matters more than you'd think.
02 -
  • Assemble this board as close to serving time as possible—cheeses warm quickly and lose their visual appeal and optimal texture once they sit out.
  • A sharp metal cookie cutter makes all the difference; a dull one will crush your crackers and smudge your cheese instead of cutting cleanly.
  • Real edible honeycomb is non-negotiable if you want that authentic honey flavor and delicate crunch at the center—don't substitute with honey in a jar.
03 -
  • Wipe your hexagon cutter with a damp cloth between cuts to prevent crumbs and cheese from building up and dulling your edges.
  • If a cheese hexagon cracks or breaks, don't throw it away—layer the pieces slightly overlapped so they still look intentional rather than damaged.
  • Set out serving tools before your guests arrive so they feel invited to engage with the board rather than hesitantly reaching bare-handed.
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