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Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board

Create a Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board Your Guests Will Love

This Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board offers a stunning array of flavors and colors, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Assembly
  • 6 Strawberries substitute with raspberries or blueberries if you prefer
  • 1/2 cup Raspberries optional: replace with other seasonal berries
  • 3 oz Prosciutto consider swapping for salami or turkey slices
  • 15 slices Thin Salami adjust quantity based on decoration needs
  • 3 oz Spicy Salami Nuggets use mild alternatives for a less spicy version
  • 40 Crackers any sturdy cracker will do
  • 4 oz Honey Goat Cheese substitute with cream cheese for another dimension
  • 8 oz Smoked Gouda can replace with cheddar or havarti for different profiles
  • 8 oz Brie camembert is a perfect alternative
  • 2 oz Pepperoni feel free to skip or replace with another cured meat if you wish
  • 3-4 Mini Cucumbers carrots or bell pepper strips are good substitutes
  • Whole Fresh Cranberries use dried cranberries for sweetness if desired
  • Strawberry Jam any fruit preserve can be substituted
  • Fresh Rosemary Sprigs thyme or parsley can also be alternatives
  • Christmas Wooden Skewers toothpicks can work in a pinch
  • 1 cup Toasted Almonds walnuts or pecans could work well too
  • Olives try kalamata or green olives for variety

Equipment

  • serving board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing your Smoked Gouda and Brie into manageable portions, leaving some pieces whole for variety. For the Gouda, delicately cut off the top and use a cookie cutter to create a festive tree-shaped cutout, filling it with strawberry jam before replacing the top. Arrange the pieces artfully on your serving board.
  2. Next, grab 15 slices of thin salami. Use a shot glass or small cup as a mold and fold each slice around it to shape beautiful salami roses. Aim to prepare about 5-6 roses; this adds a charming touch to your Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board. Place these rose-shaped salami slices in a prominent spot on the board for visual impact.
  3. Prepare your mini cucumbers by washing and trimming the ends. Create zigzag cuts along the cucumber's sides for an appealing texture. Slice them into thick, bite-sized rounds, then arrange them around the cheeses and meats on the board.
  4. Take six ripe strawberries and slice them in half. Rinse and dry half a cup of raspberries. Scatter these berries around the board, adding pops of color and sweetness.
  5. Select a variety of crackers, aiming for around 40 pieces. Use a mix of harvest wheat, buttercrisp, and rosemary olive oil crackers. Stack some crackers for visual interest.
  6. Fill small bowls with toasted almonds and different olives. Place these bowls strategically on the board to create balance.
  7. Layer prosciutto and pepperoni slices, fanning them elegantly beside the salami roses. Keep an eye on visual separation.
  8. Garnish your charcuterie board with fresh rosemary sprigs and sprinkle whole cranberries for festive color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boardCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare components a day in advance for quick assembly. Ensure balancing flavors, textures, and colors.

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