Garden Gate Lattice Cheese (Printer-Friendly)

A woven lattice of cheddar, Swiss, and Gouda cheese with crispy cracker strips and fresh garnishes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
02 - 3.5 oz Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gouda cheese, thinly sliced

→ Crackers

04 - 5.3 oz rectangular whole-grain crackers, cut into 0.4 inch wide strips
05 - 3.5 oz sesame crackers, cut into strips

→ Garnishes (optional)

06 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds
08 - 1 tbsp honey for drizzling

# Method:

01 - Place a clean rectangular serving board or platter on a stable surface.
02 - Lay out cheese slices and cracker strips in alternating horizontal rows across the board, spacing slightly apart.
03 - Starting at one end, gently weave vertical rows of cheese and cracker strips over and under the horizontal rows, alternating types to create a lattice pattern.
04 - Neatly trim any excess pieces at the edges for a clean presentation.
05 - Sprinkle with chopped chives and poppy seeds. Drizzle with honey if desired.
06 - Present immediately and encourage guests to serve by breaking off lattice portions.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when it actually takes just twenty minutes—your secret is safe with me
  • No cooking required means you can prep this while chatting with guests or sipping wine
  • The variety of cheeses means every bite tastes different, keeping things exciting and delicious
  • It's the kind of appetizer that makes people linger longer, breaking off bites and having real conversations
02 -
  • The cheese must be cold and sliced thin enough to weave without cracking—if your cheese crumbles, your knife isn't sharp enough or your cheese is too warm. Take the cheese out of the fridge just five minutes before slicing.
  • The crackers will soften slightly as they sit, so assemble this platter no more than thirty minutes before serving. The integrity of your lattice depends on crisp crackers that hold their structure.
  • Unevenness in your pattern is actually your friend—it looks more organic and handmade, more loving. Perfectionism will stress you out; authenticity will charm your guests.
03 -
  • Keep your knife wet and wipe it between cheese slices to prevent sticking and ensure clean edges that look intentional and polished
  • Chill your platter in the refrigerator for five minutes before serving—it keeps everything crisp and makes the arrangement hold together better when guests begin extracting pieces
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