Pin It A festive, visually stunning charcuterie board featuring a delightful combination of sweet and savory elements, arranged in the shape of a holiday tree. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
This board has become my go-to for festive parties because it looks impressive yet is so easy to assemble.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g brie cheese cut into cubes, 100 g sharp white cheddar cubed, 100 g herbed goat cheese rolled into balls
- Fruits: 1 cup fresh cranberries, 1 cup red grapes halved, 1 green apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots halved
- Savory Accompaniments: 1/2 cup green olives pitted, 1/2 cup marcona almonds or roasted almonds, 1/4 cup pepitas or pumpkin seeds
- Sweets: 1/4 cup dark chocolate squares, 1/4 cup honey or fig jam
- Crackers & Bread: 1 1/2 cups assorted crackers (gluten-free if needed), 1/2 baguette sliced (optional)
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs (to mimic pine branches)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large wooden board or platter outline a tree shape using fresh rosemary sprigs as the branches.
- Step 2:
- Starting from the base layer rows of crackers and bread slices to form the bottom of the tree.
- Step 3:
- Alternate rows of cheeses, grapes, cranberries, and apple slices working your way up the tree shape.
- Step 4:
- Add olives, almonds, and dried apricots throughout filling gaps and adding color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Place the goat cheese balls and dark chocolate squares as decorative ornaments.
- Step 6:
- Set a small bowl of honey or fig jam near the base or side of the board.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with extra rosemary and if desired a star-shaped cracker or cheese slice at the top.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Pin It My family always gathers excitedly around this board during the holidays, it brings such joy and warmth.
Notes
Add cured meats such as prosciutto or salami for a non-vegetarian option. Serve with chilled white wine sparkling cider or a festive cocktail.
Required Tools
Large platter or wooden board, paring knife, small bowls (for jam honey and loose items), cheese knives
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds), and gluten (crackers baguette). For nut allergies omit almonds. For gluten-free use gluten-free crackers and bread. Always check labels for hidden allergens.
Pin It This board makes holiday entertaining effortless and beautiful every time.