Reindeer Charcuterie Platter

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This elegant Nordic board showcases thinly sliced cured reindeer and air-dried sausage paired with aged Brunost and goat cheese. Accented by pickled mushrooms, fresh dill, lingonberry preserves, and crispbread, it offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Garnished with toasted walnuts and dried cranberries, this spread is perfect for festive occasions or casual entertaining. Easily customized with smoked fish or alternate meats, it invites guests to create their own delicious bites.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:56:00 GMT
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A luxurious and rustic platter featuring reindeer meat and Nordic accompaniments, perfect for festive gatherings or as an impressive appetizer.

This platter has been a festive favorite at our holiday parties, impressing guests with its unique Nordic flavors and beautiful presentation.

Ingredients

  • Meats: 200 g thinly sliced cured reindeer (smoked or dried), 100 g air-dried reindeer sausage sliced
  • Cheeses: 100 g Brunost (Norwegian brown cheese) sliced, 100 g aged goat cheese cubed
  • Accompaniments: 1 small red onion thinly sliced, 1 small cucumber thinly sliced, 100 g pickled mushrooms, 50 g lingonberry preserves, 50 g whole-grain mustard, 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped, 1 small bunch fresh parsley
  • Bread & Crackers: 12 slices crispbread or rye crackers (use gluten-free if needed)
  • Garnishes: 30 g toasted walnuts, 30 g dried cranberries

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange the reindeer meat and sausage in loose folds on a large serving board or platter.
Step 2:
Add the cheeses in small piles or slices, spaced evenly around the meats.
Step 3:
Place the onions, cucumbers, and pickled mushrooms in small bowls or nests around the platter.
Step 4:
Add dollops of lingonberry preserves and mustard in small ramekins or directly onto the board.
Step 5:
Scatter fresh dill and parsley for color and freshness.
Step 6:
Fill in gaps with crispbread or rye crackers.
Step 7:
Sprinkle toasted walnuts and dried cranberries over the platter as garnish.
Step 8:
Serve immediately allowing guests to build their own bites.
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This platter is always a hit when shared with family during the holidays, sparking conversations about Nordic traditions and flavors.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, sharp knife, cheese slicer

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cheese), Tree nuts (walnuts). May contain Gluten (crackers), Mustard. Double-check ingredient labels for gluten and allergen content.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 310, Total Fat 16 g, Carbohydrates 19 g, Protein 21 g

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Festive Reindeer Charcuterie Platter with a beautiful arrangement of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments, perfect for sharing. | sizzlebloom.com

Enjoy the festive flavors and rustic charm of this Nordic-inspired charcuterie that brings everyone together.

Common Questions

What meats are included in the platter?

Thinly sliced cured reindeer and air-dried reindeer sausage form the centerpiece of this Nordic platter.

Which cheeses complement the meats best?

Brunost, a Norwegian brown cheese, and aged goat cheese add creamy and tangy notes that balance the rich meats.

What accompaniments enhance the platter's flavors?

Pickled mushrooms, lingonberry preserves, fresh dill, and crispbread bring acidity, sweetness, freshness, and crunch.

Can this platter accommodate dietary restrictions?

Using gluten-free crackers accommodates gluten sensitivities, and omitting cheese offers a dairy-free alternative.

What beverages pair well with this selection?

Dry Riesling, aquavit, or a light-bodied red wine complement the rich, layered flavors perfectly.

Reindeer Charcuterie Platter

Rustic Nordic platter with cured reindeer, cheeses, pickled vegetables, and crispbread for sharing.

Setup Duration
20 min
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Complete Duration
20 min
Created by Emily Dawson

Classification Quick Cozy Plates

Skill Level Easy

Heritage Nordic

Output 6 Portions

Nutrition Labels None specified

Components

Meats

01 7 oz thinly sliced cured reindeer (smoked or dried)
02 3.5 oz air-dried reindeer sausage, sliced

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz Brunost (Norwegian brown cheese), sliced
02 3.5 oz aged goat cheese, cubed

Accompaniments

01 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
02 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
03 3.5 oz pickled mushrooms
04 1.75 oz lingonberry preserves
05 1.75 oz whole-grain mustard
06 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
07 1 small bunch fresh parsley

Bread & Crackers

01 12 slices crispbread or rye crackers (gluten-free optional)

Garnishes

01 1 oz toasted walnuts
02 1 oz dried cranberries

Method Steps

Phase 01

Arrange Meats: Place the reindeer meat and sausage in loose folds across a large serving board or platter.

Phase 02

Add Cheeses: Distribute the Brunost and aged goat cheese in small piles or slices evenly surrounding the meats.

Phase 03

Position Accompaniments: Set the thinly sliced onion, cucumber, and pickled mushrooms in small bowls or nests around the platter.

Phase 04

Add Preserves and Mustard: Spoon lingonberry preserves and whole-grain mustard into small ramekins or place directly on the board in small dollops.

Phase 05

Garnish with Herbs: Scatter fresh dill and parsley over the arrangement for color and freshness.

Phase 06

Fill with Crackers: Fill remaining gaps with crispbread or rye crackers to complete the presentation.

Phase 07

Add Final Garnishes: Sprinkle toasted walnuts and dried cranberries over the platter as decorative garnishes.

Phase 08

Serve: Present immediately, inviting guests to create individual bites.

Kitchen Tools

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls or ramekins
  • Sharp knife
  • Cheese slicer

Dietary Alerts

Always review ingredients individually for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance when uncertain.
  • Contains milk (cheese) and tree nuts (walnuts); may contain gluten (crackers) and mustard; verify labels for allergens.

Dietary Information (per portion)

Values shown are estimates and shouldn't replace professional medical consultation.
  • Energy Value: 310
  • Fats: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Proteins: 21 g