Butterfly Migration Appetizer Platter (Print Version)

A vibrant cheddar and salami platter with olive patterns and chive antennae for visual appeal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese and Meats

01 - 7 oz orange cheddar cheese, sliced
02 - 2 oz salami, sliced into rounds or shaped into a log

→ Vegetables and Garnishes

03 - 1.75 oz black olives, pitted and sliced
04 - 2 to 4 fresh chives or thin pretzel sticks for antennae

# How-To Steps:

01 - Arrange cheddar slices on a large serving platter in two opposing wing shapes, fanning them out to mimic butterfly wings.
02 - Place salami slices or a log vertically in the center of the wings forming the butterfly’s body.
03 - Dot the cheddar wings with black olive slices to create patterns and markings.
04 - Insert chives or pretzel sticks at the top of the salami to form butterfly antennae.
05 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Kids will actually pause mid-chaos to admire their food before devouring it.
  • Takes fifteen minutes flat, no cooking, no stress—just creative assembly.
  • Every bite combines melted cheese, salty salami, and briny olive pops in one satisfying flavor.
02 -
  • If your cheese is too soft or warm, it tears when you fan it out—let it sit cold for a few minutes before you start arranging.
  • The olive slices stick better if you pat them slightly dry first; they're slippery and won't cling to cheese that's too moist.
03 -
  • Chill your platter for five minutes before assembling so the cheese holds its shape and the visual impact lasts longer.
  • If you're making this ahead, arrange it up to two hours before serving and cover it loosely with plastic wrap; condensation ruins the look faster than anything else.
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