Although a grazing table will be the primary food source, you should be sure to provide your guests with at least one smaller appetizer. You’ll be drinking lots of wine and it will be nice to have a bit of substance. 🍷
These herbed blackberry and cheese cracker appetizers are elegant and go perfectly with wine. It complements the wide array of wines that await your guests at the tasting party. With each bite, the burst of juicy blackberries enhances the wine's fruitiness, while the velvety cheese provides the perfect balance. 🧀🤌🏼
The beauty of this dish lies not only in its flavours but also in its simplicity. And the best part? It's so easy to make! Check out the recipe below. ⬇️
INGREDIENTS
15–20 Herb or wheat-flavored crackers
15–20 small chunks of Kaltbach cheese
1 Pint of blackberries
2 Tablespoons of honey + more for drizzling
1/2 Teaspoon of cinnamon
2 Teaspoons of minced rosemary + more for topping
INSTRUCTIONS
- Line a serving board or platter with crackers and top with a cheese wedge. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan combine blackberries, honey, cinnamon, and rosemary. Turn the heat on medium-low and smash 1/2 of the blackberries until just broken up and the juices have released. Heat for 5-6 minutes or until bubbly and juices have thickened. Let stand five minutes and then top 1 teaspoon of blackberry onto each cheese/cracker.
- Top each cracker with a small sprig of rosemary, drizzle with extra honey and serve right away.
Try this at your next wine-tasting party, and be sure to tag us in your recreations!