Clockwork Orange Citrus Cheese (Printable)

Circular citrus slices paired with creamy cheeses and honey for an eye-catching party centerpiece.

# What You Need:

→ Citrus

01 - 1 large orange
02 - 1 blood orange
03 - 1 grapefruit
04 - 2 clementines
05 - 1 lemon
06 - 1 lime

→ Cheese

07 - 5.3 oz firm goat cheese or manchego
08 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar or gouda

→ Garnishes

09 - 2 tbsp honey
10 - 2 tbsp chopped pistachios or walnuts (optional)
11 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
12 - Crackers or crusty bread, to serve

# How-To Steps:

01 - Slice all citrus fruits into thin, even rounds, removing seeds where necessary.
02 - Arrange the citrus slices in a circular pattern on a large round serving platter, alternating colors for visual appeal. Place one slice at each of the twelve hours on your clock.
03 - Cut the cheeses into long, narrow strips. Shape two pieces to represent the clock hands and place them at the center, pointing to your chosen time.
04 - Drizzle honey over the center and sprinkle with pistachios or walnuts if using.
05 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves for color and aroma.
06 - Serve immediately with crackers or crusty bread on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like edible art but takes barely twenty minutes—the perfect cheat code for impressing people.
  • No cooking required means your kitchen stays cool and your stress stays low.
  • The mix of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors means everyone at the table finds something they love.
02 -
  • Slice your citrus shortly before serving—the fresher the cuts, the juicier and more vibrant they'll look under light.
  • A truly sharp knife makes all the difference; dull knives will drag through the fruit and bruise the flesh, turning edges brown.
03 -
  • Swap in different cheeses based on what's in your market—creamy burrata, sharp blue cheese, or nutty gruyère all transform the vibe while keeping the visual intact.
  • Add thin slices of prosciutto or smoked salmon radiating from the center like sun rays, or scatter edible flowers between the citrus slices for extra elegance.
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