Looking for a way to liven up your Christmas spread with something fun, festive, and flavorful? These Mr. Grinch Charcuterie Board is the answer! This was inspired by everyone’s favorite green grouch from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, this whimsical board is not just a treat for the taste buds, but a visual delight too. Perfect for informal gatherings, office parties, or even as a playful appetizer at your fancy holiday dinner, this board is guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone’s face—whether they’ve got a heart two sizes too small or not!

With its eye-catching green hues and the iconic Grinch scowl, this charcuterie board is easy to assemble and can be customized based on your taste preferences or dietary needs. Plus, kids and adults alike will love picking at the delicious goodies while marveling at your creativity.

How to Make The Mr. Grinch Charcuterie Board

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

1 cup green grapes
2 ounces cheddar cheese
4 ounces salami
5 ounces prosciutto
3 ounces Halloumi or feta
2 dark grapes
1 dried cherry
Fir tree branches
1 red chili

Step by Step Guide

1. Use a round 4-inch cutter to cut a circle out of cheddar cheese for the eyes. For that extra detail, trim out a small wedge from the middle of the cheese circle to create that signature Grinchy look.

2. For the pupils, simply slice a dark grape in half and place it in the center of the cheddar rounds.

3. Lay the salami in a semi-circle above the Grinch’s eyes to form his hat. For the trim, cut cheddar cheese into small ½-inch cubes, and for the “pompom,” roll a piece of cheese into a ball and place it at the tip of the hat.

4. Let us assemble the grinchs face. Place your green grapes in the center of your serving plate to form the face. Arrange the eyes in place on top of the grapes.

5. Add those signature frowning brows by positioning small fir tree branches above the eyes.

6. Add the beard and the mouth: Drape prosciutto below the Grinch’s face to form his beard—it’s soft, rich, and adds a lovely texture to the display.

7. For the Grinch’s scowl, slice a strip of red chili and arrange it on the grapes like a crooked mouth.

8. If you have extra space on the board, scatter some more grapes, cheese cubes, or any other favorite bites. Feel free to add crackers or veggies on a separate plate or tuck them in around the edges if your board allows.

Once you’ve assembled your Mr. Grinch Charcuterie Board, stand back and admire your work—it’s almost too cute to eat! This fun and flavorful creation will surely be the star of your holiday table, leaving your guests both impressed and delighted. Plus, it’s a great conversation starter and a perfect appetizer to get the holiday vibes going.

So, whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or need a festive dish to bring to an office party, this Grinch-inspired board is sure to steal the show (without stealing Christmas!). Merry Grinchmas!

Ingredients

1 cup green grapes
2 ounces cheddar cheese
4 ounces salami
5 ounces prosciutto
3 ounces Halloumi or feta
2 dark grapes
1 dried cherry
Fir tree branches
1 red chili

Instructions

Use a round 4-inch cutter to cut a circle out of cheddar cheese for the eyes. For that extra detail, trim out a small wedge from the middle of the cheese circle to create that signature Grinchy look.
For the pupils, simply slice a dark grape in half and place it in the center of the cheddar rounds.
Lay the salami in a semi-circle above the Grinch’s eyes to form his hat. For the trim, cut cheddar cheese into small ½-inch cubes, and for the “pompom,” roll a piece of cheese into a ball and place it at the tip of the hat.
Let us assemble the grinchs face. Place your green grapes in the center of your serving plate to form the face. Arrange the eyes in place on top of the grapes.
Add those signature frowning brows by positioning small fir tree branches above the eyes.
Add the beard and mouth: Drape prosciutto below the Grinch’s face to form his beard—it's soft, rich, and adds a lovely texture to the display.
For the Grinch’s scowl, slice a strip of red chili and arrange it on the grapes like a crooked mouth.
If you have extra space on the board, scatter some more grapes, cheese cubes, or any other favorite bites. Feel free to add crackers or veggies on a separate plate or tuck them in around the edges if your board allows.