A fresh fruit board with apples, pears, grapes, nuts, cheese, and honey for a tasty snack or centerpiece.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Fruit
01 - 2 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), thinly sliced
02 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
04 - 0.5 cup dried cranberries
05 - 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
→ Accompaniments
06 - 0.5 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted if preferred
07 - 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
08 - 0.25 cup honey
09 - 0.5 lemon, juiced for brushing fruit slices
→ Garnish
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Core and thinly slice the apples and pear. Lightly brush each slice with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - Arrange the apple and pear slices evenly on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Distribute grape halves, dried cranberries, and optional pomegranate seeds around the apple and pear slices.
04 - Place cubed cheddar cheese and toasted walnuts or pecans in small piles or ramekins on the board.
05 - Pour honey into a small bowl and set it on the board alongside the ingredients for dipping.
06 - Optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve the platter immediately.