Candy Cane Stripe Fruit Cheese (Printable view)

A colorful holiday appetizer featuring stripes of fresh fruits and cheeses arranged in a festive candy cane shape.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup hulled and sliced strawberries
02 - 1 cup raspberries
03 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved

→ Cheese

04 - 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
05 - 1 cup white cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

→ Garnish

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

# How To Make:

01 - On a large serving platter, arrange alternating stripes of red fruits—strawberries, raspberries, and grapes—and cubes of mozzarella and white cheddar cheese in a curved candy cane shape.
02 - Continue layering stripes evenly and distinctly until the candy cane shape is fully formed and visually striking.
03 - Sprinkle fresh mint leaves atop the arrangement to provide color contrast and freshness.
04 - Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to two hours prior to serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant festive presentation
  • Easy to prepare with fresh ingredients
02 -
  • You can substitute feta or goat cheese for a tangier flavor
  • Pair with sparkling wine or a light white wine for a festive touch
03 -
  • Use fresh ripe fruits for best flavor
  • Chill ingredients before assembling for a crisp presentation
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