Save A festive and colorful appetizer platter, artfully arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree with an array of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and crackers. Perfect for holiday gatherings and easy entertaining.
This snack board quickly became the centerpiece of our holiday party and is always a crowd pleaser with family and friends.
Ingredients
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 120 g, cubed
- Gouda cheese: 120 g, cubed
- Mozzarella balls (bocconcini): 120 g, drained
- Prosciutto: 100 g, thinly sliced
- Salami: 100 g, sliced
- Small cucumber: 1, sliced into rounds
- Red bell pepper: 1, sliced into strips
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup
- Green grapes: 1 cup
- Red grapes: 1 cup
- Black olives: 1 cup, pitted
- Assorted crackers: 1 cup
- Roasted almonds: 1/2 cup
- Fresh rosemary sprigs: for tree branches
- Yellow bell pepper star: 1, cut using a small cookie cutter or knife
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large rectangular serving board or platter, arrange the fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangular tree shape as a guide.
- Step 2:
- Starting from the bottom, layer rows of crackers, cheeses, cured meats, vegetables, and fruits to fill out the tree shape. Alternate colors and textures for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Place the yellow bell pepper star at the top of the tree.
- Step 4:
- Fill in any gaps with olives, nuts, or extra grapes.
- Step 5:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick and choose their favorites.
Save This board brings everyone together and creates warm holiday memories filled with laughter and shared delicious bites.
Notes
Serve with small cheese knives, toothpicks, and cocktail napkins. Pairs well with sparkling wine or a light white wine.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, sharp knife, small cookie cutter (for star) optional, cheese knives or toothpicks.
Allergen Information
Contains milk&dairy (cheese), tree nuts (almonds), and gluten (crackers). Some cured meats may contain nitrates&nitrites. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Save This Christmas tree snack board is a festive and effortless way to delight guests and elevate any holiday gathering.
Common Questions
- → How do I shape the board like a Christmas tree?
Use fresh rosemary sprigs arranged in a triangular shape as a guide, then layer cheeses, meats, fruits, and crackers within the outline.
- → Can I make this snack board vegetarian?
Yes, omit the cured meats and add extra vegetables or marinated tofu cubes to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What cheeses work best for this board?
Sharp cheddar, gouda, and mozzarella balls provide a mix of flavors and textures ideal for this arrangement.
- → How can I make the presentation appealing?
Alternate colors and textures throughout the layers and add a yellow bell pepper cut as a star on top for festive flair.
- → What are good drink pairings with this board?
Light white wines or sparkling wines complement the range of cheeses and cured meats nicely.
- → Are there allergen considerations to keep in mind?
This board contains dairy, tree nuts, and gluten. Always check ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.