How Many Cheese Tray Servings Do I Need?

Quick answer: Plan on 2 oz per person. For 20 guests you need 40 oz, and for 50 guests you need 100 oz. Use our free calculator below for exact amounts.

Elegant appetizer featuring assorted cheeses. Plan for 2 oz per person before a meal, 4-6 oz if it's the main appetizer.

40 oz

for 20 people

Estimated cost: $20 - $60

How Many Cheese Tray Servings for Your Party?

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About Our Cheese Tray Calculator

Planning to serve cheese tray servings at your next party? Our free calculator takes the guesswork out of party planning. Simply enter the number of guests and we'll tell you exactly how many oz you need.

How We Calculate Cheese Tray Quantities

Our calculations are based on industry-standard serving sizes used by professional caterers:

  • Average servings per person: 2 oz
  • Servings per oz: 1
  • Price range: $0.5 - $1.5 per oz

Tips for Ordering Cheese Tray Servings

  • Include 3-5 cheese varieties (soft, hard, aged, blue)
  • Take cheese out of fridge 30-60 minutes before serving
  • Add crackers, fruit, nuts, and honey for accompaniments
  • Plan 1 oz per cheese variety per person
  • Pre-slice some cheese for easy serving

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheese Tray

How much cheese per person for a party?

Plan for 2 oz per person if serving before dinner, or 4-6 oz if the cheese board is the main appetizer. For a wine and cheese party, plan for 6-8 oz per person.

How many types of cheese should I include?

Include 3-5 varieties for a good spread: one soft (brie, camembert), one hard (cheddar, gouda), one aged (parmesan, manchego), and optionally one blue and one flavored cheese.

How far ahead can I prepare a cheese tray?

Assemble 2-4 hours ahead and cover with plastic wrap. Remove from refrigerator 30-60 minutes before serving—cheese tastes best at room temperature.