Skyline Silhouette Cheese Platter (Print View)

Vertical cheese slices shaped like famous buildings, paired with fruits and crackers for a striking presentation.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz sharp cheddar, block
02 - 4.2 oz Gruyère, block
03 - 4.2 oz Emmental, block
04 - 4.2 oz Havarti, block
05 - 4.2 oz Gouda, block

→ Accompaniments

06 - 1 small bunch seedless grapes, washed
07 - 1 small apple, sliced
08 - 1 small pear, sliced
09 - 12–16 assorted crackers (gluten-free optional)
10 - 2 tbsp honey or fig jam

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Chill cheese blocks for 15-20 minutes. Using a sharp knife or small cookie cutters, slice each cheese block into vertical pieces approximately 1/4 inch thick.
02 - Shape each cheese slice into the silhouette of iconic buildings such as the Eiffel Tower or Empire State Building using a paring knife or paper templates for guidance.
03 - Stand the cheese shapes upright on a large serving platter to create a city skyline effect.
04 - Distribute sliced apples, pears, and seedless grapes at the base of the skyline to simulate greenery and add visual interest.
05 - Offer gluten-free or regular crackers on the side alongside a ramekin of honey or fig jam for pairing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that takes just 30 minutes, so you can chat with guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • Everyone feels like they're eating art, which somehow makes the cheese taste better.
  • You get to choose the buildings based on your mood or theme, so it never feels repetitive.
02 -
  • Room-temperature cheese carves like a dream, but it won't hold its shape—cold it first, no matter what anyone tells you.
  • Paper templates are not cheating; they're the difference between buildings that look intentional and abstract cheese sculptures.
  • Slice your fruit last, or it'll brown and lose its fresh appeal by the time guests arrive.
03 -
  • Cut all your cheese slices first, then shape them—it's faster and gives you a clearer sense of what you're working with.
  • A mix of yellow and white cheeses creates visual drama; if all your blocks are the same color, the skyline loses impact.
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