Quick Charcuterie Snack Board (Print version)

Fuss-free board with cheeses, cured meats, fruits, crackers, nuts, and honey for easy entertaining.

# What you'll need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 1.75 oz Brie cheese
02 - 1.75 oz sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1.75 oz goat cheese

→ Meats

04 - 1.75 oz prosciutto
05 - 1.75 oz salami

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes
07 - 1/2 apple, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup mixed berries (such as strawberries and blueberries)

→ Accompaniments

09 - 12 to 16 assorted crackers or sliced baguette
10 - 1/4 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
11 - 2 tablespoons honey or fig jam
12 - 6 to 8 olives

→ Garnishes

13 - Fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place the Brie, cheddar, and goat cheese evenly spaced on a large plate or wooden board.
02 - Fold or roll the prosciutto and salami and position them adjacent to the cheeses.
03 - Cluster the grapes, apple slices, and berries in small groups around the board.
04 - Distribute crackers or baguette slices, mixed nuts, and olives to fill remaining spaces.
05 - Place honey or fig jam in a small bowl on the side for dipping.
06 - Optionally, sprinkle fresh herbs over the board. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ten minutes from fridge to table means you're hosting without the anxiety.
  • It looks impressive enough to serve to guests, but honest enough to eat alone while watching something.
  • Everyone finds something they love, which means less negotiating about dinner.
02 -
  • Take your meats and cheeses out of the fridge five minutes before assembling—they taste infinitely better at room temperature, which is the difference between okay and memorable.
  • Cut your apple and assemble right before serving or give it a tiny squeeze of lemon so it doesn't brown and make everything look tired.
03 -
  • Buy cheese in small amounts from a good monger rather than pre-sliced from the grocery store—it tastes like you actually tried, and it doesn't take extra time.
  • Arrange everything on a cold board, then refrigerate the whole thing until five minutes before serving; it keeps everything fresh and buys you confidence.
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