Autumn Harvest Horn Plenty (Printable)

A festive centerpiece loaded with dried fruits, nuts, and cheeses, perfect for autumn gatherings and harvest celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit & Nuts

01 - 1 cup dried apricots
02 - 1 cup dried figs
03 - 1 cup dried cranberries
04 - 1 cup dried apple rings
05 - 1 cup seedless grapes (optional)
06 - 1 cup walnuts
07 - 1 cup pecans
08 - 1 cup almonds

→ Cheeses

09 - 6 oz aged cheddar, cubed
10 - 6 oz creamy goat cheese, sliced
11 - 6 oz rustic blue cheese, crumbled
12 - 6 oz aged gouda or similar hard cheese, cubed

→ Crackers & Bread

13 - 2 cups rustic crackers (gluten-free option available)
14 - 1 small baguette, sliced

→ Garnishes

15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
16 - Fresh thyme sprigs
17 - Edible flowers or seasonal leaves (optional)

→ Cornucopia Base

18 - 1 large wicker cornucopia basket or homemade edible bread horn (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Place the cornucopia basket or bread horn on a large serving platter or board.
02 - Arrange cheeses inside the opening, allowing some pieces to spill outward for a plentiful appearance.
03 - Layer dried fruits and nuts around and spilling out from the horn, mixing colors and textures to enhance visual appeal.
04 - Tuck crackers and bread slices along the sides or in small clusters among the fruits and nuts.
05 - Decorate with fresh rosemary, thyme sprigs, and optional edible flowers for a festive touch.
06 - Serve at room temperature to allow guests to select their preferred components.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that looks like it took hours but comes together in minutes—you'll steal all the credit.
  • No cooking required means you can prep it while handling a dozen other Thanksgiving dishes without stress.
  • Everyone finds something they love, from the honeyed sweetness of dried apricots to the savory punch of aged cheddar and creamy goat cheese.
02 -
  • The magic is in the contrast—don't arrange by color alone. Mix textures and flavors as you go, so every bite feels surprising and balanced.
  • If using a bread horn, shape and bake it the day before so you're not stressed the morning of your gathering. A cooled bread horn holds its shape beautifully and feels substantial.
03 -
  • Chill your cheeses lightly before cubing so they hold their shape better, but bring everything to room temperature before serving so the flavors sing.
  • The day before, toast your nuts lightly in a 325°F oven for just 5-7 minutes—this deepens their flavor and makes the whole board taste more intentional and sophisticated.
Return