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Halloween is the perfect time to add some eerie excitement to your cheese board. These striking cheeses not only taste incredible but will also give your festive spread a spooky edge. Here are our top three Halloween-themed cheeses to delight and frighten your guests:
1. Jasper Hill Farm Moses Reaper
Jasper Hill Farm's Moses Reaper is a spooky twist on their beloved Moses Sleeper. This brie-like cheese is transformed into a Halloween masterpiece by adding annatto, giving the silky interior a festive orange hue. The rind has a ghoulish gray tinge, thanks to vegetable ash, but the flavors remain true to the original. The cheese features a gooey, milky core with complex flavors of cauliflower, crème fraîche, and toasted nuts, finishing with a hint of white mushroom aroma.
Moses Reaper is a showstopper on any Halloween cheese board. Serve it with a farmhouse saison, country pâté, pickled carrots, and crusty baguette, or bake it en croute for an elegant dessert. At room temperature, this cheese becomes pliant and decadent without being too runny—perfect for impressing guests.
2. Somerdale Bloody Good Cheddar
Somerdale’s Bloody Good Cheddar is a frightfully delicious addition to any Halloween spread. Made just 15 miles from the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England, this traditionally aged cheddar features a deep, blood-red hue and comes encased in a black waxed “coffin block.” Both sweet and strong in flavor, this cheddar has a balanced taste that’s rich and moreish, perfect for a night of indulgence.
Whether it’s the centerpiece of your spooky cheese display or paired with charcuterie, Bloody Good Cheddar! is bound to be a crowd-pleaser during the Halloween season.
3. Mimolette
Mimolette is the ultimate Halloween cheese, with its vibrant orange color and pumpkin-like shape. This French cow’s milk cheese is aged for a minimum of six months, developing a nutty, caramelized flavor and a firm texture that becomes crumblier over time. Its unique orange hue comes from annatto, making it a visually striking addition to any Halloween cheeseboard.
With its dense, pumpkin-like appearance, Mimolette is a natural fit for the spooky season. Its sweet, nutty flavor pairs well with dried fruits, crusty bread, and a glass of dark ale, making it an ideal treat for any Halloween gathering.