Holiday Charcuterie Tree

There is nothing more ideal than a snack board, so what better appetizer to bring or prep for the holidays than a festive and delicious Holiday Charcuterie Tree? Whether you’re whipping one up for a date night in or a holiday gathering, there is bound to be something on there to love for everyone! Get creative this year with a CharcuteTree, if you will.

Looking to wow those you’re lucky enough to spend the holidays with? Or maybe you’re looking for a contribution to a seasonal spread that can meet multiple dietary needs? This Holiday Charcuterie Tree is the perfect opportunity to get a little creative, change things up and most importantly, enjoy your favorite snacks!

While it presents itself as impressive, it’s actually not as hard as it looks! Here are two ways to assemble your CharcuteTree:

Start by outlining the tree with sprigs of rosemary, then place the charcuterie makings inside the outline. Finally, fill in empty spots with more rosemary.

Build from the inside out! Choose items with pointed edges (like cheese triangles or apple slices) to act as the points of the tree and fill in the spaces around it. Finish off by strategically placing rosemary along the edges or the tree to define the shape and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds to act as ornaments.

There’s really no wrong way to do it! For more tips on charcuterie styling, check out my blog post here, and grab my charcuterie grocery list here!

Make it Your Own

Something I love about charcuterie and snack boards (aside from them being delicious) is that they are fully customizable and can meet the needs of anyone’s dietary needs. Vegan? Skip the meat and opt for plant-based cheeses. Gluten free? Choose certified gluten free products or use fruit/veggies as dipping vehicles! The options are endless and totally customizable.

Option 1 – what I used:

rosemary
sliced salami
green olives
red grapes
pomegranate seeds
marcona almonds
triangular and cubed cheeses
pretzel sticks (I love the Quinn brand!)

Option 2 – what I used:

holiday spiced pecans
green olives
cocktail pickles
apple slices
dried apricots
green grapes
pomegranate seeds
honey
cheese triangles (white cheddar)
cheese cubes (havarti and cheddar)
pretzel (regular and sticks)
prosciutto
salami
rosemary

Keep up the cheer

If you’re looking to grow your charcuterie skills, click here to read all of my best Charcuterie Board Tips & Tricks!

Searching for the perfect drink to pair with your CharcuteTree? My pomegranate and cranberry Mistletoe Margarita makes the perfect sip! It also would pair perfectly with my no sugar added Slow Cooker Mulled Wine.

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