Save to Pinterest Busy Bee Honeycomb Snack Plate A playful, sweet-and-savory snack plate inspired by the beauty of a honeycomb, featuring honey, cheeses, fruits, and crunchy bites — perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g honeycomb (edible honeycomb, available at specialty stores or delis) 100 g creamy goat cheese 100 g aged cheddar, cubed 100 g brie, sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless grapes, halved 1 small apple, sliced 1 small pear, sliced 1/4 cup dried apricots
- Crunchy Elements: 1/2 cup roasted almonds 1/2 cup whole grain crackers 1/2 cup breadsticks or baguette slices
- Sweet Accents: 2 tbsp wildflower honey 1 tbsp bee pollen (optional)
- Fresh Herbs (Optional): A few sprigs of fresh thyme or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving platter, spacing them out attractively.
- Step 2:
- Place the honeycomb at the center of the platter. Drizzle the wildflower honey over the cheeses and honeycomb.
- Step 3:
- Add the grapes, apple slices, pear slices, and dried apricots around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Scatter the roasted almonds and arrange the crackers and breadsticks on the platter.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle bee pollen lightly over the honeycomb and fruit, if using.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh thyme or mint sprigs. Serve immediately.
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Save to Pinterest Common Questions
- → What cheeses work best on this platter?
Soft and aged cheeses like creamy goat cheese, brie, and cheddar offer a balanced flavor and texture that pairs well with honey and fruits.
- → Can I substitute honeycomb with something else?
Edible honeycomb adds a unique texture and sweetness, but you can use pure honey with some honeycomb pieces or a drizzle on cheeses as an alternative.
- → How should I arrange the fruits for best presentation?
Slice fruits like apple and pear thinly and place them around the cheeses, with grapes halved for easy eating. Group dried apricots for color contrast.
- → Are there vegan alternatives for this snack plate?
Yes, plant-based cheeses and maple syrup can replace dairy and honey to create a vegan-friendly version without losing flavor harmony.
- → What pairs well as drinks with this platter?
Light beverages like crisp white wine, sparkling water with lemon, or herbal teas complement the sweet and savory elements nicely.
- → Is bee pollen necessary to include?
Bee pollen is optional and adds subtle floral notes, but omit it if there are pollen allergies or personal preference.