Save A festive and visually stunning charcuterie board inspired by a snowy winter forest, featuring premium meats, cheeses, and seasonal accompaniments—perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings.
This board has become a holiday favorite in my family, bringing warmth and elegance to our gatherings each year.
Ingredients
- Meats: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g soppressata, 100 g smoked turkey breast, 100 g wild boar salami (or substitute with another robust salami)
- Cheeses: 120 g aged cheddar cubed, 120 g brie sliced, 100 g smoked gouda sliced, 100 g blue cheese crumbled
- Accompaniments: 1 cup mixed olives (green and black), 1 cup cornichons or small gherkins, 1/2 cup whole grain mustard, 1/2 cup cranberry chutney or fig jam, 1 cup roasted nuts (walnuts pecans or almonds), 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup fresh red grapes, 1 small honeycomb or 3 tbsp honey
- Garnishes & Decorative Elements: Fresh rosemary sprigs (to resemble pine branches), Pomegranate seeds (for a pop of color), Edible flowers (optional for a magical winter effect), Crackers and/or sliced rustic bread (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Choose a large wooden board or platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheeses in different areas of the board creating clusters and leaving space for other elements.
- Step 3:
- Fan out the meats in folds and rolls to resemble tree trunks and logs. Layer for visual interest.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls with mustard chutney and olives. Place them strategically on the board.
- Step 5:
- Scatter nuts dried apricots and grapes throughout the board.
- Step 6:
- Use fresh rosemary sprigs to mimic pine branches and tuck them among the ingredients.
- Step 7:
- Dot the board with pomegranate seeds and edible flowers for a touch of color and elegance.
- Step 8:
- Drizzle honey over the blue cheese or serve honeycomb nearby.
- Step 9:
- Add crackers or sliced bread to the edge of the board or serve on the side.
- Step 10:
- Chill until ready to serve. Bring to room temperature 20 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
Save This charcuterie scene personalizes holiday gatherings with small decorative pinecones and mini cookie cutters to shape cheese.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter Small bowls for condiments Cheese knives Serving tongs or forks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) tree nuts and may contain mustard (in condiments) Some meats may contain nitrates or other preservatives Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens if serving to guests with food sensitivities
Nutritional Information
Calories 340 Total Fat 24 g Carbohydrates 10 g Protein 17 g per serving based on 10 servings
Save This charcuterie board is perfect for creating memorable and elegant holiday moments with family and friends.
Kitchen Guide
- → What meats work best on this board?
Use prosciutto, soppressata, smoked turkey breast, and robust salamis like wild boar for rich, savory variety.
- → How should the cheeses be prepared?
Cube aged cheddar, slice brie and smoked gouda, and crumble blue cheese to create texture contrasts on the board.
- → What seasonal touches enhance the visual appeal?
Fresh rosemary sprigs mimic pine branches, while pomegranate seeds and edible flowers add festive color and elegance.
- → Can the board be customized for dietary needs?
Absolutely; swap meats and cheeses for local favorites or vegetarian and vegan options to suit guests' preferences.
- → How should condiments be arranged?
Place small bowls of whole grain mustard, cranberry chutney or fig jam, and mixed olives strategically to balance flavors and accessibility.
- → Any tips for serving temperature?
Chill the board until ready, then bring to room temperature 20 minutes before serving to enhance flavors and aromas.