This easy charcuterie board makes a stunning, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Assembled using creamy cheeses, savory meats, crunchy crackers, and vibrant fruits and veggies, for the perfect treat.

No matter if you are hosting a holiday party, game night, or a cozy get-together, this charcuterie board offers something for everyone.

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This easy charcuterie board recipe requires minimal prep and no cooking, for an effortless yet impressive appetizer.
Perfect as a casual snack, holiday gathering, or date night, this charcuterie board can be tailored to suit.
With affordable ingredient swaps and store-bought selections, you can create a beautiful spread without overspending.
This charcuterie board looks elegant and inviting, with a variety of flavors and textures that will appeal to all guests.

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How To Make An Easy Charcuterie Board

Slice cheeses in various shapes, wash and dry fruits, and peel and cut vegetables.
Arrange cheeses first, then add bowls of dips, jelly, skewers, fruits, and veggies.
Place red pepper jelly near cream cheese, balsamic glaze by skewers, and fill gaps with meats, crackers, nuts, and fresh herbs.

assorted cheese, olives, pickles, red pepper jelly, and tomato basil skewers placed on a board to make an easy charcuterie board

Smart, Simple, and Savvy Tips

Include a mix of creamy, sharp, and smoky cheeses, along with salty meats, sweet fruits, crunchy nuts, and crispy crackers for tasty flavors and textures in every bite.
Arrange cheese into different shapes and sizes. Slice some into cubes or wedges while leaving others whole. Use a small knife to spread soft cheeses, like cream cheese or Boursin, while firmer cheeses are great for easy grabbing.
Offer a mix of crackers, pretzel sticks, and rice crisps for different textures. Add red pepper jelly next to the cream cheese and balsamic glaze by the tomato basil skewers for the perfect dipping experience.
Fill in any empty spaces with nuts and fresh herbs such as parsley or rosemary for a pop of color.
Make ahead and cover with plastic wrap, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

Drinks To Serve With Charcuterie

A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a fruity Pinot Noir would complement both the creamy and smoky elements.
Try a simple honey whiskey sour, or a refreshing cosmopolitan with a sprig of rosemary.
For a non alcoholic option, mix sparkling water with a splash of orange or cranberry juice, or apple cider would be delicious.

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Easy Charcuterie Board

Donnalea

Servings

Prep 30

Total 30

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Make this easy charcuterie board for a tasty appetizer that will WOW all your guests.

Equipment

wooden board or tray

Ingredients

Assorted Cheese

1 small Brie wheel 200 gram size
4 ounces cream cheese
4 ounces smoked cheddar
1 Boursin cheese round 150 gram size
4 ounces jalapeno havarti

Assorted Meat

6 pepperoni sticks cut into halves, or quarters
150 grams sliced salami
150 grams sliced ham

Pickled and Prepared

1 small jar pickles sliced into rounds or chunks
1 small jar olives
12 Tomato Basil skewers
1 small jar Red Pepper Jelly
¼ cup Balsamic Glaze

Crackers or Pretzels

1 bag rice crackers
2 cups pretzel sticks
1 bag Breton crackers

Nuts

1 cup pecans
1 cup almonds
peanuts optional

Fruit

2 cups grapes
2 cups strawberries optional

Vegetables

1 cup carrot sticks
1 cup celery sticks
1 cup cucumber slices

Instructions

Slice cheeses as desired – some in wedges, some in small squares, some sliced.
Wash and dry grapes, or other fruits.
Peel, wash, and slice or cut vegetables.
Place cheese on charcuterie board or tray.
Add bowls of dips, jelly, tomato and basil skewers, veggies, grapes, or other fruit.
Place red pepper jelly by the cream cheese and the balsamic glaze by the tomato basil skewers.
Fill in spaces with meat slices, crackers, pretzel sticks and nuts. Add color with fresh herbs such as parsley or rosemary.

Notes

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Create a smaller version for a more intimate group.
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on selections and brands, and how much they eat.

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