Halloween Charcuterie Board
I’ve been too old to Trick-or-Treat for [redacted] years now. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t want to eat my share of Halloween candy! I’m guessing I’m not the only adult who feels this way. That’s why I love this Halloween Charcuterie Board. It’s the perfect party food because there is a little something for everyone. We’ve got sour, sweet, chocolate, fruity, and salty!
What is a Charcuterie Board?
Charcuterie boards (pronounced “shar-KOO-tuh-ree”) are a trend that I have seen popping up everywhere! “Charcuterie” is a French term for an appetizer displaying a variety of cured meats, mostly pork. Originally they included things like salami, prosciutto, and sausages. However, modern charcuterie boards can have any variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, olives, nuts, and sauces. Chips, crackers, and dips in small bowls are also a modern addition. Typically the boards are arranged on a platter in an aesthetically pleasing and abundant fashion. If you want to learn more about how to make a traditional charcuterie board, check out our recipe HERE.
So, What is a Dessert Charcuterie Board?
Since the idea of charcuterie boards have become so popular, people have taken the idea and run with it! Dessert charcuterie boards and snack boards are arranged in the same smorgasbord style but with all sweets and treats instead of meats and cheeses. They are so fun and you can tailor them to any theme. I chose to make a Halloween Charcuterie Board since that is the next upcoming holiday. However, you can make one for Christmas, Easter, birthdays – pretty much any occasion. Also, check out our Valentine’s Day Dessert Board HERE.
How to Decorate Your Board
For this Halloween Charcuterie Board, I used an 18×24 wooden cutting board. However, you can scale up or down depending on the size of your party. I got the posable skeleton from a craft store for 50% off a few days before Halloween last year. For the chocolate decorated treats, I was inspired by this post. I made those ahead of time so the melted chocolate could set up. Then, I just headed to the candy aisle and seasonal aisle in the grocery store for the rest of the candies. I like to make sure I have a variety of colors, flavors, and different textures.
What Kind of Candy Should I Add to My Halloween Charcuterie Board?
When you are looking to fill out your Halloween Charcuterie Board with candy, you want things that are colorful, grab-able, and tasty! Here are some of our favorites:
Wrapped Chocolates – If you are going to use chocolate candies like Reese’s, Snickers, etc., keep them in the wrapper. It will look more bright and colorful that way. Gummy Worms – Don’t forget to add one hanging out of the skeleton’s mouth! Candy Corn and Candy PumpkinsSmartiesOur Spicy Roasted Pumpkin SeedsPeach RingsStarbursts – Use just the orange and yellow ones for a Halloween vibe!Licorice – A little morbid but it kind of looks like skeleton guts!
Personalizing Your Board
The fun thing about this Halloween snack board is that you can really customize it to your party! Here are some ideas to get you started:
For something a little more nutritious on your board, add blackberries, blueberries, or orange slices.If the skeleton is too spooky for your party guests, you can leave it out for a more light-hearted vibe. Just arrange the treats all over the board and add little plastic spiders or other small toys.Got a peanut allergy in the group? Stick with fruity candies and then switch out the Nutter Butter cookies for graham crackers and the Reese’s Cups for Mini Oreos.
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More Halloween Recipes
There are so many fun Halloween recipes to make – why not try one of our favorites! Bring a little spookiness to your table this year. With all the snacks try making a drink to go along with it like our Pumpkin Spice Steamer or our Pumpkin Juice Recipe. Your kids will love it.
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How to Make a Halloween Charcuterie Board
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