Gourmet Crackers Preserve Tower (Printable)

An elegant spread of assorted crackers paired with rich preserves and fresh fruits for entertaining.

# Components:

→ Crackers

01 - 3.5 oz multigrain crackers
02 - 3.5 oz seeded whole wheat crackers
03 - 3.5 oz classic water crackers
04 - 3.5 oz rosemary olive oil crisps

→ Preserves & Spreads

05 - 3.5 oz fig jam
06 - 3.5 oz red onion marmalade
07 - 3.5 oz apricot preserves
08 - 3.5 oz quince paste

→ Cheeses (optional)

09 - 4 oz aged cheddar, sliced
10 - 4 oz creamy brie, sliced
11 - 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Fruits & Nuts

12 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
13 - 1 firm pear, sliced
14 - ½ cup toasted walnuts
15 - ½ cup dried apricots

# Method:

01 - Arrange assorted crackers in vertical stacks or a cascading tower on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Spoon each preserve or jam into small bowls or ramekins and arrange them around the cracker tower.
03 - Place cheese slices or wedges near the preserves for convenient pairing, if using.
04 - Decorate the board with grapes, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and dried apricots to enhance color and texture.
05 - Present immediately, providing cheese knives and small spreaders for ease of use.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Versatile assortment of crackers and preserves provides vibrant flavors and textures.
  • Perfect for vegetarians and elegant enough for special occasions.
  • Customizable to suit seasonality or dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Use a variety of cracker shapes and textures to create visual appeal and contrast.
  • Serve preserves in individual small bowls to prevent mixing of flavors.
  • Toast nuts lightly to enhance their aroma and crunch before adding them to the board.
  • Keep fruits fresh by slicing pears just before serving and chilling grapes beforehand.
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