Description

Make your Thanksgiving extra festive with this stunning Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board — the ultimate no-cook appetizer for any fall gathering. Packed with rich cheeses, savory cured meats, sweet and juicy fruits, crunchy nuts, and delicious spreads, this board is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a large dinner or having an intimate celebration, this easy recipe brings together quick breakfast options, healthy snack choices, and elegant dinner ideas all in one. Perfect for grazing, mingling, and making memories!

Ingredients

1 wedge brie cheese

1 cup sharp cheddar, cubed

1/2 cup pepper jack, cubed

1/2 cup gouda, cubed

1/4 cup blue cheese

1/2 cup mozzarella or havarti cubes

8 slices prosciutto

12 slices salami

8 slices soppressata

1 cup red grapes

1 cup green grapes

1/2 cup blueberries

1/2 cup sliced apples

4 mandarin oranges

1/2 cup dried apricots

1/4 cup dried figs or dates

1/2 cup almonds

1/4 cup walnuts

1/4 cup pecans

1 cup assorted crackers

4 breadsticks

1/4 cup fig jam

1/4 cup apricot preserves

2 tablespoons honey

1/4 cup olives

1/4 cup cornichons

Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish

Instructions

1. Choose a large wooden board, slate, or serving tray as your base. Ensure it’s clean and food-safe.

2. Place small bowls filled with jams, honey, olives, and spreads at various corners to form anchors.

3. Arrange cheeses by spacing them out on the board, slicing firm cheeses and leaving soft cheeses partially whole.

4. Fold or roll cured meats and arrange them beside the cheeses in ribbon or rose patterns for variety.

5. Fill in the board with fresh fruits in clusters, dried fruits spaced throughout, and small piles of nuts.

6. Add crackers and breadsticks, letting some spill over the edges for a bountiful look.

7. Finish with sprigs of fresh herbs for aroma and a pop of vibrant color.

8. Serve within 30 minutes of assembling to ensure freshness.

Notes

Prepare ingredients the day before and store them separately for quick assembly on Thanksgiving day.

For a vegetarian version, omit meats and add roasted veggies, extra nuts, and cheese.

Avoid placing moist items like fruits directly on crackers to keep them from getting soggy.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approx. 1/10 of board
Calories: 400
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: thanksgiving appetizer, charcuterie board, fall grazing board, holiday cheese platter, easy holiday snack