Snacks
British
BritishCheese and Pineapple Sticks
The retro British party classic: cubes of cheese and pineapple on cocktail sticks, often pushed into a foil-covered hedgehog. The basic tier keeps it nostalgic with mild cheddar and tinned pineapple, while the ultimate tier pairs aged cheeses with fresh roasted pineapple and a balsamic glaze.
Vegetarian
Gluten-free
Nut-free
Budget version
Mild cheddar and tinned pineapple chunks on cocktail sticks.
Per serving£0.53
Total cost£2.10
Time10 min
Ingredients for 4
- 200 g mild cheddar , cut into 2cm cubes
- 220 g tinned pineapple chunks , drained
- 24 cocktail sticks
Method
- Drain the pineapple chunks well and pat dry on kitchen paper.
- Cut the cheddar into neat bite-sized cubes.
- Thread one cube of cheese and one pineapple chunk onto each cocktail stick.
- Arrange on a plate and chill until ready to serve.
Equipment
- chopping board
- knife
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Mild cheddar and tinned pineapple chunks on cocktail sticks.
Better
Mature cheddar and red Leicester with fresh pineapple and grapes.
Ultimate
Aged cheeses with roasted pineapple, prosciutto and a balsamic glaze.
