Copper Coil Cheddar Apricots (Printable)

Spiral layers of sharp cheddar and dried apricots create a unique, flavorful appetizer.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 5 oz sharp orange cheddar cheese, sliced thin

→ Fruit

02 - 3 oz dried apricots, thinly sliced

# How To Make It:

01 - On a large serving plate or cheese board, begin at the outer edge and alternate slices of cheddar and apricot to form a continuous spiral toward the center.
02 - Slightly overlap each slice of cheese and apricot to achieve a smooth, connected spiral effect.
03 - Continue layering until all cheese and apricots are used and the spiral formation is complete.
04 - Present immediately, optionally accompanied by crackers or toasted nuts.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks restaurant-worthy but requires zero cooking skills, just a sharp knife and patience.
  • The contrast between tangy cheddar and sweet apricots creates a flavor surprise that keeps people reaching back for more.
  • You can make it right up until guests arrive, and it never feels rushed or apologetic.
02 -
  • Slice your cheese when it's cold and firm straight from the fridge, because room-temperature cheddar crumbles instead of slicing cleanly.
  • The overlapping is what makes this dish special—don't lay the slices flat and separate, or the visual magic disappears entirely.
  • Apricots vary wildly in moisture, so taste one before you commit; some batches are almost candy-like, others are chewy and subtle.
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler or mandoline to create paper-thin cheese ribbons that curl beautifully and add elegance.
  • If your apricots are tough or chewy, soak them for one minute in warm water to soften them just enough for clean slicing.
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