Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
Create a festive and delicious Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board with an assortment of cheeses, meats, fruits, and crackers. This easy-to-assemble appetizer is perfect for holiday gatherings and parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Assorted cheeses (cheddar, brie, goat cheese)
- Cured meats (salami, prosciutto, pepperoni)
- Fresh fruits (grapes, berries, apple slices, pomegranate seeds)
- Crackers (various shapes and flavors)
- Olives (green and black)
- Nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- Rosemary sprigs (for decoration)
- Mini pickles
- Dried apricots
- Honey or jam (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange a large cutting board or platter.
- Start by placing a star-shaped cheese or a small bowl of dip at the top of the board to serve as the “star” of the tree.
- Begin layering cheeses, meats, and crackers in rows, gradually widening each row as you move down to create a triangular tree shape.
- Fill in the gaps with fruits, olives, nuts, and mini pickles.
- Use rosemary sprigs to create a garland effect and add a festive touch.
- Add a small bowl of honey or jam for dipping, if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, omit the meats and add more cheese varieties, vegetables, and dips like hummus or baba ghanoush.
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