Charcuterie Christmas Tree
A festive mix of prosciutto, salami, cheddar, fresh veggies, and colorful fruits, arranged into a Christmas tree with a pretzel "trunk." Perfect for snacking and holiday cheer!
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 295kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces prosciutto
- 4 ounces bite-sized salami
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese cubed
- 4 ounces white cheddar cheese cubed
- 1 cup green olives cured and pitted
- 1 cup black olives cured and pitted
- 1 cup red grapes
- 1 cup pretzels
- 10 mini pretzel sticks
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 1 slice mozzarella cheese
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Serve with a variety of crackers
Instructions
- Begin building your tree from the bottom up. Create wider rows at the bottom and slowly get smaller to create the triangle of your tree. Be sure to strategically place your ingredients to create a nice mix of colors.
- Place sprigs of rosemary throughout the tree to create the look of branches.
- Once your tree is fully built, create the trunk by arranging pretzel sticks at the bottom of the triangle.
- Using a small star cookie cutter, cut a star out of the slice of mozzarella and place it at the top of the tree.
- Place crackers and any remaining ingredients around the tray and serve.
Notes
- Build a Sturdy Base: Start with pretzel sticks at the bottom of the tree for the trunk—they’re simple, crunchy, and festive. Alternatively, use breadsticks, celery stalks, or even thick-cut carrot sticks for a unique twist.
- Buy Extra Ingredients: Purchase more than you think you’ll need if you plan to replenish your board during the day or enjoy some of the leftovers for snacking.
- Decorative Touches: Add festive flair with decorative toothpicks or cookie cutter shapes—stars, trees, or ornaments make your board extra special.
- Size Matters: Use larger items like cheeses and meats near the base of your tree and smaller ingredients, like nuts or dried cranberries, near the top for a balanced design.
- Travel-Friendly Tips: If traveling with your board, assemble it at your destination for best results. If pre-assembled, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap, keeping it level to preserve the design.
Nutrition
Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 973mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 401IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 231mg | Iron: 1mg