Description
This elegant Charcuterie Board offers a delightful assortment of cured meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, and savory extras, perfect for entertaining or casual snacking. Combining varied textures and flavors—from creamy and salty to sweet and crunchy—this no-cook platter is quick to assemble and visually appealing, making it an ideal appetizer or party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 4 ounces prosciutto
- 4 ounces salami
- 4 ounces capicola
Cheeses
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar, cubed
- 4 ounces brie, sliced or whole wedge
- 4 ounces goat cheese or blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
Crackers & Bread
- 1 cup assorted crackers
- 1 cup sliced baguette or crostini
Fruits
- ½ cup green or red grapes
- ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
- ¼ cup dried apricots or figs
Nuts & Extras
- ¼ cup roasted almonds or walnuts
- ¼ cup olives (green or black)
- 2 tablespoons honey or fig jam
Garnish
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses: Place the sharp cheddar, brie, and goat or blue cheese spaced apart on a large board or platter to create a foundation.
- Add Meats: Fold or roll slices of prosciutto, salami, and capicola to add texture and height, arranging them around the cheeses.
- Place Crackers & Bread: Fill in the spaces around the cheeses and meats with assorted crackers and sliced baguette or crostini for easy pairing.
- Incorporate Fruits: Add small clusters of fresh grapes and berries as well as dried apricots or figs for color and sweetness.
- Scatter Nuts and Olives: Sprinkle the roasted almonds or walnuts across the board and arrange olives either directly or in a small bowl on the board.
- Add Honey or Jam: Place a small dish of honey or fig jam near the cheeses to enhance flavors with a touch of sweetness.
- Garnish and Serve: Tuck fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs around the board to add aromatic appeal. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Notes
- Balance textures and flavors by combining creamy, firm, sweet, salty, and crunchy elements.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and add more cheeses, marinated vegetables, and hummus.
- Choose gluten-free crackers and bread if desired to make it gluten-free friendly.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, depending on preference.
