Aged Cheddar or Blue Cheese Platter
An Aged Cheddar or Blue Cheese Platter is a curated selection of robust, flavorful cheeses, often served as an appetizer or part of a charcuterie board. It typically features wedges or crumbles of sharp, aged cheddar and pungent blue cheese, accompanied by complementary items like crackers, nuts, fresh fruit, or honey. This style of serving is a staple in British and American culinary traditions, emphasizing the appreciation of complex, fermented dairy flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This platter is very high in fat and protein, with minimal carbohydrates. It is a dense source of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 kcal for a typical 85-gram serving of cheese alone.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 21 g |
| Carbs | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 29 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 270 mcg RAE |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
Per A typical cheese-only serving of 85 grams (about 3 ounces) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique flavors of aged cheddar and blue cheese develop through specific mold cultures and aging processes, which break down proteins and fats to create their signature sharp, tangy, and sometimes spicy notes. Nutritionally, the fermentation process can make some nutrients more bioavailable and may introduce beneficial probiotics.
