Description
A patriotic appetizer platter featuring red, white, and blue ingredients arranged like the U.S. flag. Combines fresh berries, white chocolate pretzels, savory cheeses, and beef-based meats for a vibrant visual centerpiece. Perfect for Fourth of July celebrations.
Ingredients
Blueberries and Blackberries 12 oz (mix both for blue canton section)
Raspberries 8 oz (for red stripes)
Strawberries 8 oz (slice vertically for blue stripes)
White Chocolate Pretzels 3 oz (for stars and white highlights)
Cheese (Swiss or Pepperjack) 10 oz (cube or star cut)
Beef Pepperoni and Salami 8-10 oz total (100% beef or turkey)
Club Crackers 1 sleeve (for white stripe base)
Cherries 16 oz (stem-on for visual height and texture)
Instructions
Prepare a large wooden cutting board or platter
Arrange blueberries and blackberries in the canton (top-left corner) in a flag-style pattern
Create red stripes using whole raspberries and strawberry slices
Place white chocolate pretzels in a star pattern on the blue canton
Use club crackers as the base for alternating white stripes
Lay cheese cubes in star shapes throughout the white stripes
Tuck sliced beef pepperoni and salami in alternating white stripes
Add cherries on stems throughout the platter for texture and visual contrast
Notes
Prep all ingredients at room temperature for stable serving
Use 100% beef or turkey-based meats for dietary accommodation
Cherries on stems add height and make berries easy to grab
Platter remains fresh for 4-6 hours at room temperature
- Prep Time: 30
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Grazing Board
- Cuisine: American