Christmas Cheese Board: Easy Christmas Tree Charcuterie Style
A beautiful charcuterie board shaped like a Christmas tree, layered with meats, cheeses, fruits, and herbs — perfect for holiday entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6–8 1x
Ingredients
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6 oz sliced salami or prosciutto
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6 oz cubed cheddar cheese
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6 oz brie or mozzarella
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1 cup red or green grapes
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½ cup cherry tomatoes
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½ cup mixed olives
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¼ cup nuts (almonds or pistachios)
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Fresh rosemary sprigs
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Breadsticks or pretzel rods (tree trunk)
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Optional: pomegranate seeds, pickles, crackers, star-shaped cheese
Instructions
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Choose a large rectangular board.
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Start with rosemary sprigs in a triangle shape.
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Layer ingredients from bottom to top in horizontal rows.
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Alternate meats, cheeses, fruits, and olives for variety.
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Add a cheese or fruit “star” at the top.
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Place breadsticks at the base for the trunk.
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Garnish with herbs, nuts, or seeds. Serve fresh.
Notes
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Assemble 1–2 hours in advance.
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Customize based on dietary preferences.
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Serve with dips and fresh bread or crackers.