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Cheesecake Platter Ideas You’ll Love to Share

Elevate your dessert game with a stunning Cheesecake Platter that will impress your guests. Discover creative combinations everyone will love.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Base Components:

  • 1-2 cheesecakes store-bought or homemade, approximately 9 inches each
  • 1 cup graham crackers
  • 1 cup shortbread cookies
  • 1 cup chocolate wafer cookies

Fresh Fruits (choose 3-5):

  • 1 pint fresh strawberries halved or sliced
  • 1 pint fresh blueberries
  • 1 pint fresh raspberries
  • 2 kiwis peeled and sliced
  • 1 mango peeled and cubed
  • 2 peaches or nectarines sliced

Sweet Accompaniments:

  • ½ cup chocolate chips mix of milk, dark, and white
  • ½ cup chopped nuts walnuts, pecans, or pistachios
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate candies

Sauces and Drizzles:

  • ½ cup chocolate sauce
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • ½ cup berry coulis or fruit preserves
  • ¼ cup honey

Garnishes:

  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Edible flowers optional
  • Cinnamon or cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the cheesecake: Using a sharp knife dipped in hot water (and wiped clean between cuts), slice the cheesecake into bite-sized pieces approximately 1-1.5 inches each.
  • Select and prepare your platter: Choose a large wooden board, marble slab, or serving platter with at least 12-16 inches in diameter.
  • Arrange the cheesecake base: Place the cheesecake pieces on your platter in clusters, leaving space between groups for accompaniments.
  • Add cookies and crackers: Arrange cookies and crackers in fan patterns or small stacks around the platter edges for easy access.
  • Incorporate fresh fruits: Arrange prepared fruits in groups by color to create visual impact, tucking larger pieces around the cheesecake and scattering smaller berries in empty spaces.
  • Add sweet accompaniments: Create small piles of chocolate chips, nuts, and other dry toppings, distributing them throughout the platter to fill gaps.
  • Prepare and add sauces: Pour sauces into small dishes placed strategically on the platter, or use squeeze bottles to drizzle directly onto certain sections.
  • Final garnishes: Tuck mint leaves throughout the display and dust certain sections with cocoa powder or cinnamon for visual contrast.
  • Temperature and timing: Assemble the platter no more than 2 hours before serving and keep refrigerated until 20-30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve: Place small dessert plates, napkins, and forks nearby with serving utensils for each section of the platter.

Notes

  • For best presentation, choose fruits with contrasting colors
  • Consider using small labels if including multiple cheesecake flavors
  • Store leftovers disassembled in separate containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Create height variation by using small risers under certain elements
  • For outdoor events, use a platter with an ice compartment underneath