Save A festive and visually stunning charcuterie board arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree featuring an assortment of cured meats cheeses fruits and savory accompaniments perfect for holiday gatherings.
This board has become a cherished part of our family celebrations bringing everyone together around its colorful arrangement and festive spirit.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed 100 g gouda sliced 100 g brie cut into wedges 100 g goat cheese formed into small balls
- Meats: 100 g prosciutto thinly sliced 100 g salami sliced 100 g soppressata sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless green grapes 1 cup seedless red grapes 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1 small bunch fresh rosemary (for garnish)
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup mixed olives 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds walnuts or pecans) 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Crackers & Breads: 1 box assorted crackers (use gluten-free if needed) 1 small baguette sliced
- Decoration: 1 small star-shaped piece of yellow cheese (for the tree topper) Fresh rosemary sprigs (to mimic tree branches)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large rectangular or wooden board sketch a triangle as a guide for your tree shape using parchment paper if desired.
- Step 2:
- Starting at the bottom create alternating layers of meats cheeses fruits and accompaniments to fill the triangle grouping similar ingredients together for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Use rosemary sprigs between the layers to mimic the look of tree branches.
- Step 4:
- Place the star-shaped cheese at the top of the tree as a topper.
- Step 5:
- Surround the base of the tree with crackers and baguette slices.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and nuts throughout for pops of color and texture.
- Step 7:
- Fill in any gaps with additional fruits or nuts as needed.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This charcuterie board has become a festive family tradition creating joyful moments and sparking conversations every holiday season.
Notes
Swap cheeses and meats to suit your taste or dietary needs Add fig jam honey or mustard as additional condiments For a vegetarian version omit meats and add roasted vegetables or more nuts Best served with a chilled sparkling wine or light white wine
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small knife for cutting cheese Star-shaped cheese cutter (optional) Small bowls (for olives or artichokes)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (nuts) Wheat (crackers baguette&use gluten-free if needed) May contain Sulfites (cured meats marinated vegetables) Always check product labels for allergens
Save This charcuterie tree brings elegance and festivity to any holiday gathering making appetizer preparation effortless and impressive.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses work best for this board?
Hard and soft cheeses like aged cheddar, gouda, brie, and goat cheese add a variety of textures and flavors that complement the cured meats and fruits.
- → How do I create the Christmas tree shape?
Use a large board and sketch a triangle as a guide, then layer ingredients in rows starting wide at the bottom and narrowing toward the top, using rosemary sprigs to mimic branches.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, by selecting gluten-free crackers or omitting bread, you can easily adapt this spread to suit gluten-free diets.
- → What are good accompaniments to add?
Mixed olives, marinated artichokes, roasted nuts, dried apricots, and fresh grapes add bursts of flavor and texture to the board.
- → How far in advance can I prepare this display?
Arrange the board shortly before serving to maintain freshness, but you can prepare and chill individual components up to one day ahead.