Pin It A bold, show-stopping party platter inspired by rock concerts, featuring a medley of crowd-pleasing snacks, cheeses, cured meats, and crunchy bites arranged in the shape of a guitar for maximum visual impact.
I remember the first time I laid out this guitar platter at a party everyone was amazed by how delicious and stunning it looked.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar cubed, 150 g gouda sliced, 100 g brie cut into wedges
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto folded, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g chorizo sliced
- Crackers & Breads: 100 g breadsticks, 100 g assorted crackers
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1 pear sliced
- Vegetables & Pickles: 100 g cherry tomatoes, 1 small cucumber sliced, 50 g pickled gherkins
- Nuts & Extras: 50 g roasted almonds, 50 g walnuts, 40 g dark chocolate pieces, 2 tbsp fig jam
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large board or platter, sketch a guitar shape lightly with a pencil on parchment paper as a guide, or use a guitar-shaped serving board if available.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese cubes and wedges to form the body of the guitar.
- Step 3:
- Lay out cured meats around the cheese, shaping the pickguard and sound hole.
- Step 4:
- Place breadsticks in straight lines to mimic guitar strings.
- Step 5:
- Arrange crackers and breads along the neck of the guitar.
- Step 6:
- Add fruit slices and grapes to fill in any gaps, focusing on curves and edges.
- Step 7:
- Scatter cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and pickles artistically around the platter.
- Step 8:
- Add nuts and chocolate pieces in small clusters for variety.
- Step 9:
- Spoon fig jam into a small bowl and place on the platter.
- Step 10:
- Garnish with rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a rock star touch.
- Step 11:
- Serve immediately, encouraging guests to pick and mix their favorites.
Pin It This platter always brings friends and family together creating fun and memorable moments at every gathering.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small bowls for spreads/jams, Cheese knives, Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese), nuts, and gluten (bread, crackers) Contains cured meats (pork) Check labels for potential allergens in crackers and processed meats
Nutritional Information
Calories 340 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 18 g Protein 14 g per serving
Pin It This platter is the perfect conversation starter and a feast for the eyes and taste buds alike.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I create the guitar shape on the platter?
Lightly sketch the guitar outline on parchment paper as a guide or use a guitar-shaped serving board to arrange ingredients accordingly.
- → Can I substitute the cured meats for a vegetarian option?
Yes, omit the cured meats and add grilled vegetables or marinated tofu to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie provide a good balance of firm, creamy, and mild textures that complement the other elements.
- → How should I arrange the breadsticks and crackers?
Place breadsticks in straight lines to mimic guitar strings and line crackers along the neck area for visual effect.
- → What pairings complement this platter?
Bold red wines or craft beers enhance the flavors and complement the mix of cheeses, meats, and fruits.