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Easter Charcuterie Board

Create a delightful Easter Charcuterie Board with a colorful variety of cheeses, meats, fruits, and dips, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheeses
  • 200 grams Assorted cheeses (e.g., cheddar, brie, gouda) Choose a variety for a pleasing presentation.
Cured Meats
  • 200 grams Cured meats (e.g., salami, prosciutto, chorizo) Fold for a nice presentation.
Crackers and Breadsticks
  • 100 grams Crackers and breadsticks Ensure they are easily reachable.
Fruits
  • 200 grams Fresh fruits (e.g., grapes, berries, apple slices) Use colorful fruits for visual appeal.
Nuts
  • 100 grams Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts) Sprinkle throughout the board.
Olives and Pickles
  • 100 grams Olives and pickles Add for flavor.
Dips
  • 150 grams Dips (e.g., hummus, mustard) Serve in small bowls with spoons.
Candy
  • 100 grams Chocolate and mini candies (e.g., chocolate eggs, jellybeans) Balance the sweet with the savory.
Herbs
  • 1 bunch Fresh herbs (for garnish, e.g., rosemary, thyme) Adds a festive look.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start with a large serving board or platter.
  2. Arrange the assorted cheeses in different sections of the board. You can slice some and leave others whole for variety.
  3. Add slices of cured meats next to the cheeses, folding them for a nice presentation.
  4. Fill in the gaps with crackers and breadsticks. Make sure they are easily reachable.
  5. Add fresh fruits for color and freshness, placing them around the board.
  6. Scatter nuts, olives, and pickles throughout the board.
  7. Place small bowls of dips in various spots, ensuring the spoons are ready for easy serving.
  8. Finish with chocolate and mini candies, making sure to balance the sweet with the savory.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs to add a festive look.
Serving
  1. Set the charcuterie board on a table where everyone can easily access it.
  2. Encourage guests to help themselves and provide small plates and napkins for convenience.

Notes

For make-ahead, prepare ingredients like cutting cheeses and fruits in advance, but assemble the board on the day of serving for freshness. Store leftovers in airtight containers, keeping in mind that some items do not freeze well.