Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board on a Grazing Table
This vibrant display features a mix of savory meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, and crackers arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree. It's quick to prepare, customizable, and sure to impress your guests.
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Ingredients
- Sliced salami (thin-sliced Italian dry & peppered)
- Sliced prosciutto
- Salami-wrapped mozzarella
- Prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella
- Brie cheese (one round, one wedge)
- Boursin spreadable cheese
- Marinated mozzarella balls
- Fresh mozzarella pearls
- Pepper Jack & Colby Jack, cut into cubes
- Grapes, raspberries, blackberries, dried apricots
- Apples (sliced)
- Olives
- Mixed nuts
- Chocolate-covered nuts
- Crackers (variety pack)
- Pretzel twists
- Pretzel rods (for the tree trunk)
- Jam or honey for drizzling
- Fresh rosemary for decoration
Instructions
- Start by cutting your blocks of Pepper Jack and Colby Jack into 1-inch cubes. For a special touch, use a star-shaped cookie cutter to carve a star from the Brie round. Remove the center, fill it with cranberry sauce, jam, or honey—this will sit at the top of your charcuterie tree!
- Cut the pretzel rods in half and stack them to form the "trunk" of your tree. If needed, you can use some food-safe twine to hold the rods together, but a careful stack usually does the trick!
- Fancy but simple! Layer slices of salami in a curved line, roll them up, and secure them with a toothpick to create roses. Vary the size by using more or fewer slices. Repeat for all your salami!
- Lay down your grazing table paper or set up your board. Start by outlining the bottom of the tree with fresh rosemary. Stack the pretzels at the bottom for the trunk, and place the Brie star at the top of the tree. This will help you visualize the size of your tree.
- Add the sliced salami, prosciutto, and mozzarella wraps next. I like to zigzag them down the tree, spreading them out for variety. The salami roses can act as little "ornaments" for added charm!
- Place the crackers and pretzel twists around the board. I love using different types of crackers for texture and flavor variety!
- Now, it’s time to add the cubed cheeses and Brie wedges. Scatter them across the board to fill in any gaps. Mozzarella balls and pearls can be sprinkled around the edges for extra flair.
- Add grapes, apples, raspberries, and blackberries to the remaining spaces, then fill in gaps with nuts and dried apricots. It’s all about balancing the colors and textures!
- Adjust the tree, adding more ingredients where needed to make it full and even. Garnish with fresh rosemary or herbs like sage or thyme for a festive, natural look. Finish with a drizzle of honey or jam on the cheeses, and voilà—your masterpiece is ready!