Housewarming Charcuterie Board (Printable)

A stunning spread of cured meats, cheeses, dips, crackers, fruits, and nuts perfect for group celebrations.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cured Meats

01 - 4.2 oz prosciutto
02 - 4.2 oz salami
03 - 4.2 oz smoked ham
04 - 3.5 oz chorizo slices

→ Cheeses

05 - 5.3 oz brie, sliced
06 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
07 - 4.2 oz gouda, sliced
08 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Dips

09 - 3.5 oz hummus
10 - 3.5 oz tzatziki
11 - 3.5 oz roasted red pepper dip

→ Crackers and Breads

12 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
13 - 3.5 oz baguette slices
14 - 3.5 oz breadsticks

→ Fruits and Vegetables

15 - 1 cup red grapes
16 - 1 cup green grapes
17 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
18 - 1 cup cucumber slices
19 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
20 - 1 cup baby carrots

→ Nuts and Extras

21 - 0.5 cup mixed nuts
22 - 0.5 cup pitted olives, mixed
23 - 0.25 cup dried apricots
24 - 0.25 cup dried figs
25 - Fresh rosemary and thyme for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Arrange the cured meats in loose folds or rolls on a large board or platter.
02 - Place cheeses around the board, spacing them evenly for easy access.
03 - Spoon dips into small bowls and nestle them among the other items.
04 - Fan out crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in various sections.
05 - Fill gaps with grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper, and carrots.
06 - Scatter mixed nuts, olives, dried apricots, and figs in small clusters.
07 - Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful finish.
08 - Serve immediately, replenishing items as needed.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required, which means you can prep this while actually hosting instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • It feeds a crowd without making you feel like you've sacrificed quality or presentation.
  • People naturally move around it, eat at their own pace, and the board practically refills itself through conversation and discovery.
  • You can build it hours ahead, cover it loosely with plastic wrap, and forget about it until guests arrive.
02 -
  • Cheeses need room temperature to shine—pull hard cheeses from the fridge at least 45 minutes before serving and let brie sit for an hour, or it'll taste muted and rubbery.
  • If you assemble more than two hours ahead, cover the board loosely with plastic wrap to prevent everything from drying out, but leave produce uncovered so it stays fresh and vibrant.
  • Always arrange your board on the surface where it will actually be served; moving it risks everything sliding into chaos and defeats the visual impact you've created.
03 -
  • Buy your cheese from an actual cheese counter if possible, not pre-sliced; it tastes noticeably better and you can request the exact cuts and thickness you want.
  • Toast your nuts and breadsticks lightly before assembling—it takes five minutes in a dry pan and completely elevates their flavor without adding any fat or effort.
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