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 charcuterie board has become a family favorite for festive occasions, always impressing guests with its beautiful presentation and delicious flavors.
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 My family always gathers around this board during the holidays creating warm memories while enjoying the variety of flavors and textures.
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 board is perfect for sharing and elevating any gathering with minimal effort and maximum impact.
Recipe FAQ
- → What meats are included on the board?
The board features prosciutto, soppressata, smoked turkey breast, and wild boar salami or a similar robust salami.
- → Which cheeses complement the meats?
Cheeses include aged cheddar, brie, smoked gouda, and blue cheese to offer a rich variety of flavors.
- → How can I create the winter forest theme?
Use fresh rosemary sprigs to mimic pine branches and scatter pomegranate seeds and edible flowers for a pop of color.
- → What accompaniments enhance the board’s flavor?
Mixed olives, cornichons, mustard, cranberry chutney or fig jam, roasted nuts, dried apricots, grapes, and honey add layers of taste and texture.
- → Are there any serving tips for optimal flavor?
Chill the board until ready to serve, then bring it to room temperature 20 minutes beforehand for the best taste experience.
- → Can the meat or cheese selections be substituted?
Yes, you can swap meats and cheeses for local favorites or vegetarian and vegan alternatives.