Crackers and cheese platter

Crackers and cheese platter recipe videos

A crackers and cheese platter is a classic appetizer or snack featuring an assortment of crackers served alongside various cheeses. Common ingredients include water crackers, whole-grain crackers, cheddar, brie, gouda, and sometimes accompaniments like grapes or nuts. This simple yet elegant dish is popular worldwide, especially in Western cultures for entertaining.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese. A standard serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the types and quantities of cheese and crackers used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	20 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	800 mg
Calcium	300 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Zinc	3 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg

Per 1 platter (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Crackers and cheese platters are a staple of social gatherings, from casual picnics to formal parties, symbolizing hospitality. Nutritionally, they offer a convenient balance of quick energy from carbs and sustained energy from fats and protein.