A festive platter combining cheese, fruits, olives, and crackers shaped like a graduation cap to impress guests.
# Components:
→ Platter Base
01 - 1 large square cracker, approximately 6x6 inches
02 - 1 small round cheese wheel, such as Babybel or Brie, about 2 inches in diameter
→ Garnishes & Details
03 - 8 slices cheddar cheese
04 - 1 red bell pepper
05 - 1 bunch fresh chives
06 - ½ cup black olives
07 - ½ cup green grapes
08 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes
09 - ½ cup cubed Gouda cheese
10 - ½ cup crackers
→ Optional Dips
11 - ½ cup hummus
12 - ½ cup ranch dressing
# Method:
01 - Place the small round cheese wheel centrally on a large serving platter to establish the foundation resembling the graduation cap.
02 - Lay the large square cracker directly atop the cheese wheel, aligning edges to represent the mortarboard of the cap.
03 - Slice a thin strip from the red bell pepper and position one end at the cracker's center, allowing the remainder to drape over its edge.
04 - Tie a fresh chive around the base of the pepper strip to simulate the knot of the tassel.
05 - Artfully place the cheddar slices, black olives, green grapes, cherry tomatoes, Gouda cubes, and additional crackers around the cap base to create an appealing platter.
06 - Present optional hummus and ranch dressing in small bowls alongside the platter for dipping.
