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This beautiful Christmas Wreath Charcuterie Board is packed with savory meats, rich cheeses, and sweet fruits, making it the perfect centerpiece for parties during the holiday season.

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If there’s one thing that gets me excited about holiday entertaining, it’s a creative snack board. This Christmas charcuterie wreath is festive, flavorful, and so easy to put together!

Whether you’re hosting a party or cozying up with family, this festive appetizer will be a hit with everyone.

Why I love this recipe

There’s something for everyone, whether they love meats, cheeses, or fruit, making it a crowd-pleaser.
I can mix and match ingredients based on what I have, and no cooking is required, just assembling!

What is a charcuterie board?

A charcuterie board is a fancy way of serving snacks, but with style! It is originated in France and is typically composed of a variety of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and condiments, displayed artfully on a cutting board or platter. It’s all about mixing and matching ingredients to suit your taste, which makes charcuterie boards a fun and flexible option for any occasion.

If you still looking to add something to your holiday table, whip up some Christmas Crack and Rudolph Truffles!

Ingredients

meats: sliced salami and prosciutto
cheeses: brie cheese round, brie cheese wedge, and pepper Jack cheese
crackers: assorted round crackers and rectangular or square crackers
mixed berries: fresh raspberries, blackberries, blueberries
fruits: red, black, and green grapes and apples
Manzanilla green olives and black olives
whole berry cranberry sauce, for filling
honey, for drizzling
fresh sage and fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
trail mix

Equipment

17” round large board or platter
star cookie cutters
toothpicks

Step by step

Prepare the cheese: Cut the pepper Jack into 1-inch cubes. Cut the cheese slices into smaller squares, and if desired, use a cookie cutter to make star shapes. Use a large star-shaped cutter on the brie, remove the center of the rind, and fill it with cranberry sauce, jam, or honey.
Prepare the salami roses: Layer the salami in a line and fan it out. Roll it up, securing it with a toothpick. Make small and big roses by trying different slices. Repeat with the remaining salami.

Create the wreath: After preparing the cheese and salami, create an outline for the wreath using fresh herbs along the outer edge. Then, form a smaller circle in the center of the board. Feel free to make adjustments as needed.
Assemble the board: Outline the wreath with fresh herbs. Place cranberry brie round onto the board, then add the salami roses on opposite ends, next place the crackers, nuts, olives, and cheese cubes on different areas of the board.

in process shot of assembling Christmas charcuterie board

Fill gaps: Separate the prosciutto and roll the pieces or fan it out, put two bunches on opposite sides of the board. Next, tuck fruit into any gaps, then add herb sprigs for a fuller wreath, and decorate with the cut-out star cheese.
Serve: Enjoy it with extra cranberry sauce and honey on the side.

Tips for best results

Use a large enough board to accommodate all ingredients and make refilling easy.
Choose a variety of textures including soft, hard, and spreadable cheeses along with crunchy crackers and nuts.
Add fresh fruits just before serving to keep everything vibrant and fresh.
Keep it balanced by distributing your meats, cheeses, and crackers evenly for both looks and easy snacking.
Plan your layout before starting, or make a quick sketch to guide your design.

Variations

Feel free to mix up the meats however you like! I love using pepperoni, salami, and prosciutto but sliced deli meats like ham, turkey, or chicken work great if you prefer something lighter.

When it comes to cheese, the sky’s the limit! I’ve used everything from sharp cheddar and Monterey to creamy brie and mozzarella balls. You can also throw in blue cheese or Swiss if you want to add a bold flavor.

More charcuterie staples you can try include miniature pickles, sliced red peppers, pomegranate seeds, almonds or walnuts, cherry tomatoes, and dried fruit like apricots or pineapple.

As for crackers, I like to keep things interesting by choosing a few different flavors and textures. Sometimes I’ll go with classic Ritz, or an assorted box of entertainment crackers to give guests more variety.

serving from Christmas charcuterie board on plate

Serving suggestions

To add even more variety read on what to serve on a charcuterie board or consider including other holiday appetizers like creamy hummus, rich spinach artichoke dip, or tapenade for an extra flavor.

Storage

To keep everything fresh, store any leftover ingredients separately and assemble the board just before serving.

Make sure to cover the ingredients with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator to preserve their freshness and prevent them from drying out.

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