Gourmet Crackers Preserve Tower (Printable version)

An elegant stack of varied crackers with fruit preserves and nuts for flavorful pairings and stylish presentation.

# What you need:

→ 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, for pairing)

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 - 0.5 cup toasted walnuts
15 - 0.5 cup dried apricots

# Steps to follow:

01 - Place 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 around the cracker tower.
03 - Position cheese slices or wedges near preserves for convenient pairing, if using.
04 - Decorate the board with grapes, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and dried apricots to add color and texture.
05 - Present immediately, supplying cheese knives and spreaders for easy access.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Variety of artisanal crackers
  • Perfect for entertaining or elevating a cheese board
02 -
  • Include gluten-free crackers for guests with gluten intolerance
  • Pair with a crisp white wine or a light red for best experience
03 -
  • Stack crackers vertically to create height and visual interest
  • Use small spreaders to keep flavors separated and easy to serve
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