Description
The Christmas Wreath Charcuterie Board is a festive and eye-catching appetizer platter arranged in the shape of a holiday wreath, featuring an assortment of meats, cheeses, fruits, and garnishes that bring holiday cheer to any gathering.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 8 oz salami, folded or rolled
- 8 oz prosciutto or cured ham
- 8 oz cubed or sliced cheese (cheddar, gouda, brie)
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup pitted olives (green and black)
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (for decoration)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish and wreath shape)
- Crackers or breadsticks, for serving
- Optional: nuts, dried fruits, or dips
Instructions
- Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a circular wreath shape on a large round platter or board.
- Place small clusters of salami and prosciutto evenly around the wreath.
- Fill in spaces with cubes or slices of cheese, alternating types for variety and color.
- Add grapes, cherry tomatoes, and olives throughout the wreath to fill gaps and add pops of color.
- Scatter fresh cranberries around for a festive touch (not intended for eating).
- Serve with crackers or breadsticks on the side or around the board.
- Optional: Add small bowls of dips or nuts around the outside for extra variety.
Notes
- Use rosemary generously to create a full and realistic wreath effect.
- Try using mini cookie cutters to shape cheeses or salami into stars or trees.
- Build the board just before serving to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 board
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg