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Introduction

Looking for fun and festive ways to impress guests this holiday season? These Christmas charcuterie boards are easy to assemble, full of seasonal colors, and perfect for parties. Whether you love savory bites, sweet treats, or themed holiday shapes, you’ll find plenty of ideas to spark your creativity.

1. Classic Holiday Cheese & Meat Board

A simple, crowd-pleasing board with classic flavors and beautiful holiday colors.

Ingredients

1 cup cheddar cubes
1 cup mozzarella slices
6 oz salami, sliced
4 oz prosciutto
1 cup red grapes
½ cup almonds
1 cup assorted crackers
Fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions

Arrange cheeses in separate clusters.
Fold the meats and place around the cheeses.
Add grapes, nuts, and crackers to fill empty spaces.
Garnish with rosemary.

How to Serve It

Enjoy with honey, fig jam, or spiced nuts for extra holiday warmth.

2. Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board

A playful board shaped like a Christmas tree using colorful ingredients.

Ingredients

1 cup green olives
1 cup cheddar cubes
½ cup cherry tomatoes
6 oz folded salami
½ cup cranberries
4 fresh rosemary sprigs
Crackers for serving

Instructions

Form a triangle outline using rosemary.
Fill sections with cheese, olives, tomatoes, and salami.
Add cranberries as “ornaments.”
Serve with crackers on the side.

How to Serve It

Add a star-shaped cheese slice on top for a festive touch.

3. Sweet Holiday Dessert Board

Perfect for guests with a sweet tooth.

Ingredients

1 cup chocolate truffles
1 cup sugar cookies
½ cup chocolate bark pieces
1 cup strawberries
½ cup marshmallows
½ cup peppermint sticks

Instructions

Place cookies and truffles in opposite corners.
Fill center with berries and chocolate bark.
Add marshmallows and peppermint sticks around the edges.

How to Serve It

Pair with hot cocoa or coffee for a warm holiday treat.

4. Cranberry & Brie Wreath Board

A pretty, wreath-style board featuring seasonal flavors.

Ingredients

10 oz brie, cut into wedges
1 cup fresh cranberries
½ cup candied pecans
3 rosemary sprigs
1 cup crackers

Instructions

Arrange brie wedges in a circle.
Add cranberries around the edges.
Sprinkle pecans on top.
Tuck rosemary sprigs between wedges.

How to Serve It

Drizzle honey before serving for extra sweetness.

5. Hot Cocoa Charcuterie Board

A fun board for winter evenings or movie nights.

Ingredients

1 cup cocoa mix
1 cup marshmallows
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup cookies
6 cinnamon sticks
Whipped cream

Instructions

Place cocoa mix in small bowls.
Surround with marshmallows and cookies.
Add cinnamon sticks and chocolate chips.
Serve with mugs of warm milk.

How to Serve It

Add crushed candy canes for extra holiday color.

6. Santa-Themed Snack Board

Fun for kids and holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

2 cups strawberries
1 cup mini marshmallows
½ cup chocolate pieces
1 cup vanilla wafers
½ cup whipped cream

Instructions

Arrange strawberries as Santa’s hat.
Use marshmallows for the beard.
Form the face with wafers.
Add chocolate pieces for eyes and nose.

How to Serve It

Serve chilled for best texture.

7. Red & Green Antipasto Board

A colorful board inspired by classic Italian flavors.

Ingredients

1 cup green olives
1 cup roasted red peppers
½ cup artichoke hearts
1 cup mozzarella balls
6 oz salami
½ cup basil leaves

Instructions

Place olives and peppers in opposite corners.
Add mozzarella and salami in the center.
Finish with artichokes and basil.

How to Serve It

Perfect with crusty bread.

8. Holiday Breakfast Charcuterie Board

A festive way to start Christmas morning.

Ingredients

4 mini waffles
4 mini croissants
1 cup strawberries
½ cup blueberries
½ cup syrup
Whipped cream

Instructions

Arrange waffles and croissants in the center.
Add fruit around the edges.
Place syrup and whipped cream in small bowls.

How to Serve It

Serve warm for the best flavor.

9. Candy Cane Charcuterie Board

A simple but striking holiday board.

Ingredients

1 cup mozzarella slices
1 cup salami slices
Crackers for serving

Instructions

Line up alternating stripes of salami and mozzarella.
Shape them into a candy cane curve.
Add crackers on the side.

How to Serve It

Garnish with rosemary for color.

10. Winter Fruit Charcuterie Board

Fresh, juicy, and full of seasonal produce.

Ingredients

1 orange, sliced
1 pear, sliced
½ cup pomegranate seeds
6 figs, halved
1 cup grapes
½ cup walnuts

Instructions

Arrange sliced fruits around the board.
Add grapes and figs in clusters.
Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and walnuts.

How to Serve It

Drizzle honey for extra sweetness.

11. Christmas Cookie Dessert Board

A fun dessert board perfect for cookie swaps and holiday parties.

Ingredients

1 cup gingerbread cookies
1 cup sugar cookies
½ cup chocolate chip cookies
1 cup strawberries
½ cup chocolate truffles
½ cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

Place different cookie types in separate clusters.
Add strawberries and truffles to fill gaps.
Sprinkle marshmallows for extra sweetness.

How to Serve It

Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.

12. Rustic Winter Cheese Board

A cozy, earthy board full of rich winter flavors.

Ingredients

4 oz gouda slices
4 oz blue cheese
4 oz brie
1 cup grapes
½ cup walnuts
2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Arrange cheeses in three sections.
Add grapes and walnuts around them.
Drizzle honey over the brie.
Serve with bread slices.

How to Serve It

Use fresh rosemary for light aroma.

13. Peppermint & Chocolate Dessert Board

A cool, chocolaty board with classic holiday treats.

Ingredients

1 cup peppermint bark
½ cup chocolate truffles
½ cup chocolate cookies
½ cup mini candy canes
½ cup strawberries

Instructions

Place peppermint bark in the center.
Add cookies, truffles, and candy canes around it.
Fill empty spaces with strawberries.

How to Serve It

Offer hot cocoa for dipping and pairing.

14. Festive Meat Lover’s Charcuterie Board

Great for guests who enjoy bold, savory bites.

Ingredients

6 oz salami
6 oz pepperoni
4 oz prosciutto
1 cup cheddar cubes
½ cup olives
½ cup almonds

Instructions

Fold and layer meats across the board.
Add cheddar cubes and olives.
Fill gaps with almonds and herbs.

How to Serve It

Serve with mustard or fig jam.

15. Snowflake Brie & Fruit Board

Light, fresh, and perfect for a winter celebration.

Ingredients

1 wheel brie
1 cup blueberries
1 cup strawberries
½ cup pecans
2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Cut a snowflake shape on top of the brie.
Place berries around the brie.
Add pecans and drizzle honey.

How to Serve It

Warm the brie slightly before serving.

16. Kids’ Christmas Snack Board

Perfect for kids’ parties and family gatherings.

Ingredients

1 cup cheese cut-outs (stars, trees)
1 cup crackers
½ cup strawberries
½ cup mini sandwiches
½ cup cookies

Instructions

Place cheese shapes in the center.
Add crackers and sandwiches.
Fill with fruit and cookies.

How to Serve It

Use small cookie cutters for fun shapes.

17. Winter Veggie Charcuterie Board

A lighter option with crunchy seasonal vegetables.

Ingredients

1 cup carrot sticks
1 cup cucumber slices
1 cup bell pepper strips
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup ranch dip

Instructions

Arrange veggies in color groups.
Place ranch dip in the center.
Add herbs for color.

How to Serve It

Serve chilled for extra crunch.

18. Holiday Brie & Cranberry Mini Board

Perfect for smaller gatherings or solo snacking.

Ingredients

6 oz brie slices
½ cup cranberry sauce
1 cup crackers
½ cup walnuts
Fresh rosemary

Instructions

Place brie slices on one side.
Add cranberry sauce in a small bowl.
Fill with crackers and walnuts.

How to Serve It

Warm cranberry sauce before serving.

19. Gingerbread & Fruit Holiday Board

A festive mix of fruit and spiced cookies.

Ingredients

1 cup gingerbread cookies
1 apple, sliced
1 orange, sliced
1 cup strawberries
½ cup pecans

Instructions

Place cookies in the center.
Arrange apple and orange slices around them.
Fill gaps with berries and pecans.

How to Serve It

Add cinnamon sticks for aroma.

20. Holiday Snack Mix Charcuterie Board

A casual snack board ideal for movie nights.

Ingredients

1 cup pretzels
1 cup popcorn
½ cup chocolate candies
½ cup almonds
½ cup dried cranberries

Instructions

Create snack clusters across the board.
Add chocolates for color.
Fill edges with nuts and cranberries.

How to Serve It

Mix everything into small bowls for easy sharing.

21. Christmas Morning Brunch Board

A hearty spread perfect for holiday mornings.

Ingredients

4 mini pancakes
4 mini croissants
4 bacon strips
1 cup berries
½ cup syrup

Instructions

Place pancakes and croissants in the center.
Add berries around them.
Lay bacon on the side.
Serve syrup in a bowl.

How to Serve It

Serve everything warm for best flavor.

22. Elegant Cheese & Fruit Christmas Board

A chic, simple board with classic pairings.

Ingredients

4 oz brie
4 oz camembert
1 pear, sliced
1 cup grapes
½ cup figs
2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Place cheeses on opposite ends.
Add fruit around them.
Drizzle honey.

How to Serve It

Pair with crisp crackers or baguette slices.

23. Hot Appetizer Charcuterie Board

A cozy board perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

1 small baked brie
6 stuffed mushrooms
1 cup toasted baguette slices
½ cup cranberry dip

Instructions

Place baked brie in the center.
Add mushrooms and baguette slices.
Serve dip in a small bowl.

How to Serve It

Serve immediately while everything is warm.

24. Christmas Party Crowd-Pleaser Board

A big, bold board designed to feed a full group.

Ingredients

1 cup cheddar cubes
1 cup mozzarella slices
6 oz salami
4 oz prosciutto
1 cup grapes
1 cup strawberries
½ cup almonds
1 cup crackers

Instructions

Arrange cheeses at different corners.
Add meats in folded layers.
Place fruits in clusters.
Fill with nuts and crackers.

How to Serve It

Garnish with rosemary for fragrance and color.

Conclusion

These Christmas charcuterie boards bring fun, flavor, and festive charm to any gathering. Save your favorites, try a new one each week, or share them with friends planning holiday parties. Enjoy creating delicious spreads that make the season feel even more special.

Emily Carter