Save A festive and dazzling Christmas charcuterie board featuring a selection of artisan cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet treats, arranged in a starburst pattern to delight guests at any holiday gathering.
A festive and dazzling Christmas charcuterie board featuring a selection of artisan cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet treats, arranged in a starburst pattern to delight guests at any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese, sliced, 150 g Comté, cubed, 100 g Bleu dAuvergne, crumbled, 100 g Chèvre (goat cheese), sliced
- Cured Meats: 120 g Jambon de Bayonne, thinly sliced, 120 g Rosette de Lyon, sliced, 100 g Saucisson sec, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 ripe pear, sliced, 1 ripe apple, sliced, 1 handful fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season), 1 handful pomegranate seeds
- Nuts & Extras: 60 g roasted almonds, 60 g walnuts, 40 g pistachios, shelled, 40 g dried cranberries
- Accompaniments: 1 small jar fig or cherry jam, 1 French baguette, sliced, 1 small box assorted crackers, 1 small pot honey
- Sweets (optional for festive touch): 50 g dark chocolate, broken into shards, 50 g candied orange peel, Festive star-shaped cookies (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses at the center of a large wooden board in the shape of a star, alternating types for color and texture contrast.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the cured meats around the cheeses, creating rays to mimic a starburst pattern.
- Step 3:
- Fill the spaces between meats and cheeses with clusters of grapes, slices of pear and apple, and halved figs. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the fruit for color.
- Step 4:
- Add nuts and dried cranberries in small piles around the board, ensuring even distribution for visual appeal and easy snacking.
- Step 5:
- Place small bowls or ramekins of jam and honey on the board.
- Step 6:
- Arrange sliced baguette and crackers along the edges or in separate baskets.
- Step 7:
- For a sweet finish, tuck shards of dark chocolate, candied orange peel, and festive cookies into open spaces on the board.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Save A festive and dazzling Christmas charcuterie board featuring a selection of artisan cheeses cured meats fresh fruits nuts and sweet treats arranged in a starburst pattern to delight guests at any holiday gathering
Required Tools
Large wooden or marble serving board Sharp knives (for cheese and fruit) Small bowls or ramekins Cheese spreaders or small spoons Serving tongs (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese) tree nuts (almonds walnuts pistachios) gluten (baguette crackers) and possible traces of soy (chocolate) Cured meats may contain nitrates/nitrites Always verify ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories: 390 Total Fat: 23 g Carbohydrates: 28 g Protein: 17 g
Save This planche de Noël is perfect for holiday gatherings bringing variety and festivity in every bite
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → How should I arrange the components for the starburst effect?
Place cheeses in the center alternating types for contrast, fan out cured meats like rays, and fill gaps with fruits, nuts, and sweet treats to create a radiant look.
- → Can I make this platter vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, omit cured meats and add more cheeses, roasted vegetables, or marinated olives to maintain richness and variety.
- → What pairings work best with this board?
Champagne, sparkling wine, or a light-bodied red are excellent choices complementing the diverse flavors on the board.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
This board contains dairy, tree nuts, gluten, and cured meats. Always check labels especially if serving guests with allergies.
- → How can I maintain freshness of the fruits used?
Use seasonal fresh fruits for best flavor and substitute dried fruits like figs whenever fresh ones are out of season.