Elegant Christmas Charcuterie Board
A festive and elegant charcuterie board perfect for holiday gatherings, featuring a curated selection of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, and spreads.
Equipment
- cutting board or platter
- small bowls
- mini spoons
- small ramekins
Ingredients
Cheeses
- 4 oz aged cheddar
- 4 oz brie
- 4 oz fresh goat cheese
Cured Meats
- 3 oz prosciutto
- 3 oz Genoa salami
- 3 oz coppa
Crackers & Bread
- 1 box gourmet crackers
- 1 small baguette sliced
Fruits
- 1 cup red grapes
- 1 Fuyu persimmon sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Nuts
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
Spreads & Dips
- 2 tablespoons fig jam
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Olives & Pickles
- 1/2 cup mixed olives
- 1/4 cup cornichons
Garnishes
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- edible flowers a few
Instructions
Overall
- Select a large, clean cutting board or platter for displaying your charcuterie items.
- Place the brie, cheddar, and goat cheese logs strategically as the main anchors on your board.
- Fold the prosciutto, roll the salami into rosettes, and fan out the coppa, arranging them around the cheeses.
- Arrange gourmet crackers in various sections and pile the sliced baguette near the cheeses and meats.
- Scatter red grapes and persimmon slices, tucking them into empty spaces; then sprinkle dried cranberries and candied pecans for color and texture.
- Place small bowls of fig jam and Dijon mustard near compatible cheeses, providing mini spoons for serving.
- Tuck small ramekins of mixed olives and cornichons into any remaining spaces on the board.
- Garnish the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive and elegant touch.
- Present the charcuterie board with small plates and cheese knives readily available for guests.
Notes
For best presentation, vary the textures and colors on the board. Allow cheeses to come to room temperature for optimal flavor. Offer a variety of accompaniments to cater to different tastes.