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Halloween Charcuterie Board Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6-8
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Create a spooky and delicious Halloween Charcuterie Board perfect for parties, featuring a festive assortment of sharp cheddar, brie, jalapeño pepper jack, fresh mozzarella with decorative eyeballs, savory meats like prosciutto and genoa salami, fresh fruits, nuts, crackers, and sweet treats. This no-cook, easy-to-assemble board is both visually striking and a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheeses

  • 16 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz creamy brie cheese round
  • 8 oz jalapeño pepper jack cheese
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine) with decorative eyeballs

Meats

  • 4 oz prosciutto
  • 4 oz genoa salami

Fruits

  • Blackberries (1 cup)
  • Green grapes (1 cup)
  • Green apple slices (1 medium apple, sliced)
  • Dried apricots (1/2 cup)

Crackers and Crisps

  • Everything bagel seasoned crackers (1 package, approx. 6 oz)
  • Fig and olive crisps (1 package, approx. 4 oz)

Nuts and Extras

  • Walnuts (1/2 cup)
  • Pimento stuffed green olives (1/2 cup)
  • Chocolate covered peanuts (1/2 cup)

Decorations

  • Plastic spiders and spooky Halloween-themed decorations for garnish

Instructions

  1. Arrange Bowls and Large Items: Begin by placing any bowls or containers on your serving board or platter, such as for nuts or olives. If using Halloween props like skeletons, position these now to anchor the theme.
  2. Add Cheeses: Place all cheeses on the board, spacing them out for balance. Arrange the sharp cheddar, creamy brie round, jalapeño pepper jack, and mozzarella balls with decorative eyeballs so they stand out and are easy to access.
  3. Place Meats and Fruits: Layer the prosciutto and genoa salami slices around the cheeses. Then tuck in fresh fruits including blackberries, green grapes, green apple slices, and dried apricots in various spots to add color and texture.
  4. Fill Gaps with Crackers, Nuts, and Sweets: Fill all remaining spaces with everything bagel seasoned crackers, fig and olive crisps, walnuts, and chocolate covered peanuts to create a full, abundant look.
  5. Finish with Decorations: Top the board with plastic spiders and other spooky Halloween-themed decorations to complete the festive appearance.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Your Halloween Charcuterie Board is now ready to impress guests and delight partygoers. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious variety!

Notes

  • Use a variety of textures and colors to make the board visually appealing and inviting.
  • Freshen sliced apples by tossing in lemon juice to prevent browning if not serving immediately.
  • Incorporate fun thematic touches like spooky plastic spiders to enhance the Halloween vibe.
  • This recipe requires no cooking, making it quick and easy to prepare for any gathering.
  • Feel free to customize the cheese, meat, and fruit selection based on personal preference or dietary needs.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of board
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://tastyrates.com/halloween-charcuterie-board-recipe-2/