Whimsical board featuring fluffy cheese, tender lamb, fresh vegetables, and sweet bites, ideal for festive gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Lamb Bites
01 - 1.1 lb lamb loin or leg, cut into 0.8 inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp dried oregano
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
→ Fluffy Cheese Clouds
08 - 7 oz whipped cream cheese
09 - 3.5 oz fresh ricotta
10 - 2 tbsp crème fraîche
11 - ¼ tsp salt
12 - Edible silver or pearl sprinkles (optional)
→ Dipping & Accompaniments
13 - 1 cup hummus
14 - 1 cup tzatziki
15 - 2 cups assorted crackers (mini pita, rice crackers, or gluten-free)
16 - 1 cup peeled baby carrots
17 - 1 cup cucumber rounds
18 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
20 - ½ cup green grapes
21 - ½ cup blueberries
→ Sweet Treats
22 - 12 mini meringues
23 - 8 to 10 white chocolate truffles
→ Garnish
24 - Fresh mint leaves
25 - Edible flowers (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Toss lamb cubes with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Marinate for at least 20 minutes. Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and sear lamb cubes until browned and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes.
02 - Beat whipped cream cheese, ricotta, crème fraîche, and salt until light and airy. Using a piping bag or spoon, shape cheese mixture into clouds on parchment or directly on serving board. Garnish with edible sprinkles if desired.
03 - Place bowls of hummus and tzatziki on the board. Artfully position cheese clouds to mimic clouds in the sky. Distribute lamb bites on skewers or toothpicks evenly. Fill remaining space with crackers, vegetables, grapes, and blueberries. Cluster mini meringues and white chocolate truffles to enhance cloud effect. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers if using.
04 - Serve immediately, encouraging guests to create their own combinations from the board.
