Festive Cube Cheese Stack (Printable)

Colorful cheese cubes paired with olives, pickles, and cherry tomatoes for an easy, festive crowd-pleaser.

# What You Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
03 - 3.5 oz havarti, cut into 0.6 inch cubes
04 - 3.5 oz pepper jack, cut into 0.6 inch cubes

→ Garnishes

05 - 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 16 green olives, pitted
07 - 8 baby pickles (cornichons), sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Serving

09 - 16 wooden party picks or mini skewers

# Directions:

01 - Cut all cheeses into evenly sized 0.6 inch cubes for consistent stacking.
02 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, olives, and baby pickles in separate bowls for easy access during assembly.
03 - Thread 3 to 4 alternating cheese cubes onto each wooden party pick, varying cheese types for visual appeal.
04 - Insert a slice of baby pickle or an olive between the cheese cubes to introduce contrasting flavors.
05 - Top each stack with a halved cherry tomato and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
06 - Stand the stacks upright on a serving platter and serve immediately or refrigerate covered until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble
  • Perfect for holiday parties
02 -
  • You can swap cheeses for your favorites like Swiss or blue cheese.
  • Add cured meats such as salami for a non-vegetarian option.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife for clean cuts on cheese cubes.
  • Mix different cheese colors for an appealing look.
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