Tis the season to be….snacking! I don’t know about you guys, but during Christmas, I don’t want to be in the kitchen all the time cooking big meals. Usually, my family has a big dinner on Christmas Eve, and then for Christmas Day we just kind of graze on leftovers and appetizers. I love making a Christmas Charcuterie Board like this because I can just set it out while we are visiting or playing games and everyone gets to pick and choose what they want. It is like a combination of a cheese board and a dessert! It is also great for holiday parties and gatherings.We love to serve Charcuterie Boards at all our parties, not just during the holiday season. They have a little something for every guest to enjoy, and they also look beautiful on a buffet spread or table. Read our Complete Guide to Making a Charcuterie Board, or check out our Halloween Board, or Valentine’s Day Board.
Ingredients in a Christmas Charcuterie Board
Cranberry Salsa with Cream CheeseGoat Cheese with Dried CranberriesMarinated Mozzarella BallsMozzarella RolliniCrackersPersian CucumbersChocolate Covered PretzelsMini Chocolate Star CookiesMini Gingerbread Men CookiesDove ChocolatesFerrero Rocher English ToffeePomegranate SeedsGreen GrapesFresh Rosemary Sprigs
Other Christmas Charcuterie Board ideas
Green OlivesCherry TomatoesCubed Cheddar CheesePretzel SticksStrawberriesUse cookie cutters to cut slices of cheese in Christmas tree shapes or ornament shapeArrange the items on your platter to form a Christmas charcuterie wreathArrange the items on your board to form a tree shape for a Christmas tree charcuterie board
Origin of Charcuterie Boards
Charcuterie boards (pronounced “shar-KOO-tuh-ree”) are a trend that I have seen popping up everywhere! “Charcuterie” is a French term for displaying a variety of cured meats, mostly pork. Originally they included things like salami, prosciutto, and sausages. Modern charcuterie boards can have any variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, olives, nuts, and sauces. Typically the boards are arranged in an aesthetically pleasing and abundant fashion. This Christmas Charcuterie Board recipe is a little less traditional because I added some sweet elements as well.
Tips for Creating Your Christmas Charcuterie Board
This recipe can be used as a jumping off point for your own creations! If you want to copy exactly what I did, then I can help you do that. However, if you are wanting to create something all your own, I have some tips for you.
Charcuterie Boards are all about looking full and abundant. If you have a smaller group, then start off with a smaller board so you can fill it up! The board I used for this recipe was 13×23 inches, but you can use any size depending on your needs. You can also use a large cutting board. Head to a grocery store with a bulk section. That way, you can pick lots of different items without having to buy a huge box of each one.Try to find ingredients of all sizes, shapes, textures, colors, and flavors. The more variety, the more vibrant and interesting your Christmas Charcuterie Board will look!When you are styling your board, start with the bowls, then add larger items, then smaller items, then garnishes. Try to arrange it so similar colors aren’t touching. This will create depth and a more pleasing visual!If I am serving this at a party, then I will bring along any remaining items that didn’t make it onto the board. That way if something runs out I can replenish it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christmas Charcuterie Boards
Read More:Making a Perfect Charcuterie Board
More Christmas Appetizer Ideas
Cream Cheese Shrimp Dip
Baked Brie
Veggie Pizza Squares
Cocktail Meatballs
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