Description
A festive, no-cook charcuterie board shaped like a Christmas tree, perfect for holiday parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 celery stalk
- Red, green, and black seedless grapes
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar, cut into ¾-inch squares
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack, cut to match other cheeses
- 4 ounces mild or medium cheddar, cut to match other cheeses
- ½ cup fresh cranberries
- 1–2 star fruits, sliced
- 1 cup assorted nuts (almonds recommended)
- 1 green kiwi fruit, sliced
Instructions
- Lay the serving board on a flat surface and outline the tree with rosemary sprigs.
- Position the celery stalk at the bottom center as the trunk.
- Begin building rows from the bottom up, alternating cheeses and grapes for a colorful effect.
- Arrange kiwi slices in a triangle near the top and place a slice of star fruit as the tree’s star.
- Scatter cranberries and nuts to mimic decorations.
- Adjust spacing and symmetry as needed, securing loose pieces with toothpicks if necessary.
- Cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve, removing from the fridge 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based cheeses and swap almonds for other nuts if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American