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.
I enjoy preparing this Christmas Tree Charcuterie Dream for holiday parties as it always delights guests and adds a festive touch to the table.
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 recipe brings my family together every holiday season as we enjoy assembling and sharing the board.
Notes
Add fig jam honey or mustard as additional condiments for extra flavor.
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 Christmas Tree Charcuterie Dream is sure to impress your guests and make holiday gatherings memorable.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What meats work well for this board?
Thinly sliced cured meats like prosciutto, salami, and soppressata provide rich flavors and texture that complement the cheeses and fruits on the board.
- → How can I arrange the board to resemble a Christmas tree?
Use a triangular shape as a guide on your board and layer ingredients in rows, placing rosemary sprigs between layers to mimic tree branches and a star-shaped cheese at the top.
- → Are there vegetarian alternatives?
Yes, omit the meats and replace them with roasted vegetables or additional nuts to maintain variety and flavor while keeping the festive presentation.
- → What accompaniments pair best with this assortment?
Mixed olives, marinated artichokes, roasted nuts, dried apricots, and assorted crackers or baguette slices add diverse textures and flavors to round out the board.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Absolutely. Use gluten-free crackers and breads to ensure the board fits a gluten-free diet without compromising on taste or presentation.
- → How long can this board sit before serving?
It’s best served fresh but can be covered and refrigerated for a few hours. Avoid letting soft cheeses sit too long at room temperature to maintain quality.