Description
A festive Christmas Tree Cheese Board arranged with layers of cheese, meats, fruits, and snacks in the shape of a holiday tree a beautiful and easy appetizer for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
6 oz cheddar cheese cubes
6 oz pepper jack cheese cubes
6 oz mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
4 oz salami slices, folded
4 oz prosciutto slices
1 cup green grapes
1 cup red grapes
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup olives (green and black mix)
1/4 cup fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
1 pretzel rod or breadstick (for tree trunk)
Crackers and bread for serving
Instructions
1. On a large serving board, outline the shape of a Christmas tree with your ingredients.
2. Start at the bottom with a layer of green grapes, followed by meats, cheeses, and colorful fruits, alternating layers as you move upward.
3. Place a pretzel rod or breadstick at the bottom to create the tree trunk.
4. Tuck in rosemary sprigs between layers to resemble pine branches.
5. Top the tree with a star-shaped cheese slice or small cookie cutter star for decoration.
6. Surround with crackers or bread on the side for serving.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
Mix up cheeses and meats to match your preferences or color theme.
Add nuts or dried fruits for extra texture.
Assemble up to 2 hours ahead; cover and chill until serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Christmas tree charcuterie board, holiday cheese board, festive appetizer, Christmas grazing platter