Spring Charcuterie Mini Easter Board (Printable)

Colorful cheeses, meats, fruits and sweet treats arranged as mini Easter baskets for spring entertaining.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4 oz mini fresh mozzarella balls
02 - 4 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 4 oz herbed goat cheese, sliced or rolled into small balls

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3 oz salami, thinly sliced
06 - 2 oz smoked ham, rolled

→ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

07 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
08 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - 1 cup seedless grapes
11 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced

→ Sweet Treats

13 - 1/2 cup pastel chocolate eggs or candy‑coated chocolates
14 - 1/2 cup bunny‑shaped cookies or mini shortbread
15 - 1/2 cup marshmallow chicks or bunnies

→ Accompaniments

16 - 1 cup assorted crackers (butter, whole‑grain, seeded)
17 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds or pistachios)
18 - 1/4 cup honey or fruit jam
19 - Small bunch fresh mint and basil, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Position small bowls or ramekins across a large serving board or platter to represent mini baskets, leaving space for accompaniments and clusters of items.
02 - Divide the mozzarella, aged cheddar, herbed goat cheese, prosciutto, salami, and smoked ham among the bowls, balancing color, texture, and portion size in each.
03 - Tuck halved strawberries, grapes, sugar snap peas, cucumber slices, radishes, and baby carrots into and around the bowls to create visual abundance and easy pick‑up.
04 - Nest pastel chocolate eggs, bunny‑shaped cookies, and marshmallow chicks into selected bowls to reinforce the seasonal theme without overpowering savory components.
05 - Cluster crackers, roasted nuts and any remaining vegetables around the bowls; place a small bowl of honey or jam on the board for dipping cheeses and fruit.
06 - Scatter fresh mint and basil across the board and between bowls to add fragrance, color contrast and a springlike finish.
07 - Present immediately and invite guests to build their own mini baskets from the board, replenishing items as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns a simple snack into a hands on celebration that everyone can customize like a tiny edible craft.
  • It is fast to assemble so you can focus on company and conversation instead of a long prep.
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the board since giving each item space makes it look more inviting and easier to pick from.
  • Keeping cold items chilled until just before serving preserves texture and prevents cheese from becoming greasy.
03 -
  • Use a mix of textures soft creamy firm and crunchy to keep every bite interesting.
  • Include one unexpected item like a savory jam or a spiced nut to spark conversation.
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