Description
Seasonal delights shine on this fall charcuterie board, showcasing autumn’s richest flavors. Crisp apples, sharp cheeses, and savory cured meats create a rustic spread perfect for gathering friends and sharing memorable moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 1 wedge aged cheddar
- 1 wheel brie or camembert
- 1 wedge gouda (smoked or regular)
- 1 wedge blue cheese or gorgonzola
Meats and Fruits:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) prosciutto
- 4 ounces (113 grams) salami
- 4 ounces (113 grams) soppressata or peppered turkey slices
- 2 apple slices (tossed in 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
- 2 pear slices
- 1 cup red or green grapes
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup dried apricots
- 2 figs or 2 tablespoons fig jam
Nuts, Seeds, Accompaniments:
- ¼ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- ¼ cup roasted almonds
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 package multigrain crackers
- 1 sliced baguette or crostini
- 2 tablespoons honey or hot honey
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 4 dark chocolate squares or ¼ cup chocolate-covered almonds
- 1–2 mini pumpkins or fall leaves (for decoration)
Instructions
- Select a spacious rustic wooden board or elegant slate platter as the foundation for your autumnal charcuterie display.
- Strategically position various cheeses across the board, creating visual intrigue and ensuring balanced distribution.
- Artfully fold or delicately roll cured meats, nestling them between cheese selections to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Introduce seasonal fresh and dried fruits, filling empty spaces and adding vibrant color and textural contrast.
- Scatter an assortment of toasted nuts, hearty seeds, and crisp artisan crackers throughout the composition.
- Incorporate petite ceramic bowls filled with golden honey, rich fruit preserves, and tangy mustard for complementary flavor enhancement.
- Embellish the arrangement with decadent chocolate pieces and charming mini pumpkins, transforming the board into an autumnal masterpiece.
- For optimal freshness, serve immediately or gently cover and refrigerate until guests are ready to indulge in this seasonal culinary display.
Notes
- Select a board that matches your autumn aesthetic, like a rustic wooden surface or slate platter for a sophisticated look.
- Slice cheeses in advance and bring to room temperature for maximum flavor and creaminess before arranging.
- Experiment with seasonal cheese varieties like aged cheddar, gouda, or brie to capture fall’s rich, comforting flavors.
- Create visual depth by varying meat and cheese placement, using different folding techniques like rosettes or cascading rolls to add dimension and interest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg