Save A festive and dazzling Christmas charcuterie board featuring a selection of artisan cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet treats, arranged in a starburst pattern to delight guests at any holiday gathering.
This recipe has become our go-to festive platter to impress guests with minimal effort while offering an elegant and delicious assortment.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese, sliced, 150 g Comté, cubed, 100 g Bleu dAuvergne, crumbled, 100 g Chèvre (goat cheese), sliced
- Cured Meats: 120 g Jambon de Bayonne, thinly sliced, 120 g Rosette de Lyon, sliced, 100 g Saucisson sec, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 ripe pear, sliced, 1 ripe apple, sliced, 1 handful fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season), 1 handful pomegranate seeds
- Nuts & Extras: 60 g roasted almonds, 60 g walnuts, 40 g pistachios, shelled, 40 g dried cranberries
- Accompaniments: 1 small jar fig or cherry jam, 1 French baguette, sliced, 1 small box assorted crackers, 1 small pot honey
- Sweets (optional for festive touch): 50 g dark chocolate, broken into shards, 50 g candied orange peel, Festive star-shaped cookies (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses at the center of a large wooden board in the shape of a star, alternating types for color and texture contrast.
- Add Cured Meats:
- Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses, creating rays to mimic a starburst pattern.
- Add Fruits:
- Fill the spaces between meats and cheeses with clusters of grapes, slices of pear and apple, and halved figs. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the fruit for color.
- Add Nuts:
- Add nuts and dried cranberries in small piles around the board, ensuring even distribution for visual appeal and easy snacking.
- Place Condiments:
- Place small bowls or ramekins of jam and honey on the board.
- Arrange Bread & Crackers:
- Arrange sliced baguette and crackers along the edges or in separate baskets.
- Add Sweets:
- For a sweet finish, tuck shards of dark chocolate, candied orange peel, and festive cookies into open spaces on the board.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Save This board always brings the family together during the holidays as everyone grabs their favorites and shares stories around it.
Required Tools
Large wooden or marble serving board, Sharp knives (for cheese and fruit), Small bowls or ramekins, Cheese spreaders or small spoons, Serving tongs (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios), gluten (baguette, crackers), and possible traces of soy (chocolate). Cured meats may contain nitrates/nitrites. Always verify ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories 390, Total Fat 23 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 17 g (per serving estimated for 10 servings)
Save This elegant board is the perfect effortless touch to elevate any holiday gathering.
Recipe FAQ
- → What types of cheeses are included?
The board features Brie, Comté, Bleu d'Auvergne, and Chèvre, offering a range of creamy, nutty, and tangy flavors.
- → How are the cured meats arranged?
Slices of Jambon de Bayonne, Rosette de Lyon, and saucisson are fanned around the cheeses to create a starburst effect.
- → Can seasonal fruits be substituted?
Yes, fresh fruits like grapes, pears, apples, and figs can be swapped with dried fruits depending on availability.
- → What accompaniments enhance the board?
Jam, honey, baguette slices, and assorted crackers complement the cheeses and meats, adding sweetness and crunch.
- → Are there vegetarian options?
Omitting cured meats and adding more cheeses, roasted vegetables, or marinated olives creates a vegetarian-friendly version.