This Date Night Cheese Board for Two is perfect as a snack or appetizer for two people. It can easily be customized with whatever types of crackers or breads you like, and is so quick to put together.
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This Quick And Easy Cheese Board Is Perfect For Date Night
Here’s a date night cheese board idea for two… or for one, because I’m not judging. But actually, this cheese board is an instant way to class up your date night in. So cozy up to your bf, gf, or bff and get a cheese-ing!
You Can Put This Cheese Board Together In Less Than 20 Minutes
I’m the type of person who really enjoys going out, and also really enjoys staying in. And for those nights that I stay in, I love making it feel just as special as if I had gone out. I keep things cozy, but also jazz them up a bit.
Homemade cheese boards embody this duality of homey-ness and excitement. They are so classy, and with their multiple ingredients offer endless flavor combinations. And yet, you can make a world class cheese board in about 10 minutes; minimal effort required.
What Is On This Cheese Board?
This Date Night Cheese Board for Two has many stars — a funky blue cheese wedge, umami-y castelvetrano olives, and prosciutto de Parma. But this biggest stars, in my opinion, are the homemade “Marcona” almonds.
How To Make Marcona Almonds For Your Cheese Board
Yes, people, you can make your own version of Marcona almonds at home. And it’s surprisingly easy. I started by blanching a cup of Blue Diamond Whole Natural Almonds, then popped off the skins (it’s weirdly therapeutic) and roasted them for 5 minutes. Et voilà.
One of my girlfriends liked the almonds so much she literally asked me if she could pay me to make a huge batch. So yeah. They’re pretty awesome.
What Else Can You Add To A Cheese Board?
The best thing about cheese boards is that they’re completely customizable. So if you don’t like, say, olives, you can swap them out for more cheese. Or salami. Or more crackers. The possibilities are endless! Some of my favorite things to include on cheese boards are:
Marcona almonds
Olives
LOTS of cheese (blue cheese, Brie, cheddar, manchego — use a mixture of soft and hard cheeses for the best possible cheese board)
Grapes
Apples
Crackers
Crusty bread
Prosciutto
Salami
Spicy mustard
If you want to switch up the cheese board ideas I’ve listed in the recipe card below but aren’t sure where to start, I recommend hitting up the cheese counter at your local grocery store and asking for their opinion. I’m sure there are dozens of cheeses you’ve never thought to try that you and your partner will love!
This Date Night Cheese Board for Two is so quick to put together and is easily customizable with all your favorite ingredients. It’s the perfect snack or appetizer for two!
This Date Night Cheese Board for Two is so quick to put together and is easily customizable with all your favorite ingredients. It’s the perfect snack or appetizer for two!
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil over high heat. Pour in half of the almonds and blanch for 30 seconds. Remove quickly with a slotted spoon and allow to cool slightly. Repeat with remaining almonds.
Use your fingers to gently pop off the almond skin from each almond. Pat almonds with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Place almonds onto prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and salt. Spread out evenly, then bake for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway. Almonds are ready when they are lightly golden brown. Allow to cool slightly. Can be stored for up to 4 weeks.
to assemble the cheeseboard
Place cheeses on cheeseboard first. Place grapes, crackers, and olives next. Last, fill in the empty gaps with almonds and prosciutto. Top with microgreens, if using. Serve!
[…] favorite spot to sit in the evening, with a glass of wine and my husband. I’m thinking this cheese board would be a great addition to our next porch […]
the fact that you made these for two makes me happy. We LOVE platters with wine for dinner. It’s perfect for summer and date night under the stars… just sayin. 😉
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Beautifully done! What size board is this?
This is one of smaller cheeseboards! It’s about 18 inches long!
“I’m the type of person who really enjoys going out, and also really enjoys staying in.” What other options are there?
Some people only enjoy one or the other 🙂
[…] favorite spot to sit in the evening, with a glass of wine and my husband. I’m thinking this cheese board would be a great addition to our next porch […]
I just pinned this 5 minutes ago! seriously stunning – I could live on a good cheese board!
the fact that you made these for two makes me happy. We LOVE platters with wine for dinner. It’s perfect for summer and date night under the stars… just sayin. 😉
★★★★★
Thank you Lindsay!