How to Make a Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board

Christmas charcuterie board on a white counter.

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How to Make a Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board

Learn how to make a festive Christmas charcuterie board filled with beautifully arranged savory meats, cheeses, and other snacks.

Prep Time20

Cook Time0

Total Time20

Course: Appetizers & Cocktails, or snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 441kcal

Author: Kelly Stilwell

Equipment

Round charcuterie board
Small bowls or ramekins

Ingredients

1 package Fresh sprigs of rosemary Or enough to go around the board
12 ounces Cherry or grape tomatoes We like Sugar Bombs
4 ounces Gouda
4 ounces Brie cheese
12 Large green olives
12 Caperberries
8 ounces Prosciutto
8 ounces Marcona almonds
1 package Bocconcini
½ Sliced baguette

Instructions

Place the fresh rosemary sprigs in a circle around the outer edges of the board.
Set a grouping of 3 cherry tomatoes in a few places next to the rosemary. Next, add small wedges of brie, small bowls of caperberries, and almonds.
Begin to fill in the empty spots with cubes of cheddar cheese and folded prosciutto. It will start to look like the shape of a wreath.
Drop in the pistachios and the bocconcini. Place slices of baguette in the center.
Fill in any empty spaces with nuts or other small items like dried fruit.

Notes

Charcuterie Board Variations

Cheeses: brie, gouda, blue cheese, manchego, camembert, and any type of cheddar all make a great addition.
Savory meats: Swap out or add a variety of meats, like prosciutto, pepperoni, chorizo, or coppa. If you’re feeling extra creative, a salami rose adds the perfect festive touch.
Fresh fruit: Green grapes, figs, red or green apples, pears, red berries, and pomegranate seeds will all work great on a meat and cheese board.
Veggies: Feel free to add fresh veggies, such as green or red bell peppers, pickles, radishes, and cucumber slices.
Fresh herbs: If you’re not a fan of rosemary, fresh basil leaves or fresh thyme are great options.
Sweet treats: To add a bit of sweetness, scatter a few peppermint candies or mini candy canes around in an empty spot on the board. You can also add wrapped chocolate in Christmas colors.

Cheese Storage Tip

Cheese needs air to breathe, and plastic wrap is a full barrier, leaving no room for air. In addition, the cheese is somewhat of a sponge and can absorb the plasticizers from the wrap. Blech!

Pick up some cheese storage bags instead, and your cheese will last longer and taste better.

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