What is a charcuterie board? Charcuterie boards (also known as snack boards) are usually filled with meats, cheeses, veggies, nuts, olives, dried fruits, crackers, etc., etc.! They are a big trend right now and can have a twist with a holiday theme, kids’ theme and more!
I’ve also seen them many charcuterie boards used as a “Sunday Snack Boards” where you have the family visit around these boards for family events, gospel study, etc.
Here’s the thing.
They can be as easy as throwing on a few items and calling it good. Don’t make it too hard, and don’t go too wacky using things that the guests or family members won’t eat.
Let me show you a few, fun examples to get us started! I think this one is kid-friendly (great for the picky-eater) and delicious for all ages!
Having a holiday party or event at work you’re in charge of? Create a holiday charcuterie board!
Another idea is to do a food theme board like this Smores version!
I hope by now your creative wheels are spinning for your next charcuterie board! Customize it with favorite foods, diet restrictions, family traditions, you name it!
Well, to make it even easier here is a list of 100 things you can put on a charcuterie board by category!
Fruits and Veggies
- grapes
- strawberries
- bananas
- oranges
- apples
- kiwi
- watermelon
- pears
- cantaloupe
- cherries
- blueberries
- pineapple
- raspberries
- snap peas
- carrots
- celery
- cucumbers
- cauliflower
- broccoli
- cherry tomatoes
- olives
- pickles
- peppers
Crackers/Cheeses/Dips
- crackers (Ritz, Wheat Thins, Triscuits, etc.)
- pretzels
- bruschetta
- chips
- Goldfish
- almonds
- walnuts
- peanuts
- cashews
- croutons
- sunflower seeds
- fruit dip
- peanut butter
- honey
- veggie dip
- jellies/jams
- hummus
- ranch
- salsa
- guacamole
- cream cheese
- balsamic vinegar
- cottage cheese
- cheddar cheese
- feta
- brie
- pepper jack cheese
- Swiss cheese
- Colby jack cheese
- mozerella sticks or slices
Meats
- turkey
- ham
- roast beef
- chicken
- beef jerky
- salami
- bacon
- pepperoni
- shrimp
- summer sausage
- boiled eggs
Treats/Desserts
- marshmallows
- chocolate chips
- cookies
- fruit snacks
- licorice
- Skittles
- Reese’s peanut butter cups
- jelly beans
- candy canes
- conversation hearts
- caramel
- taffy
- chocolate
- gummy bears
- popcorn
- m&ms
- Swedish fish
- cereal
- brownies
- pudding
- mints
…or anything your heart desires!!
Remember they don’t have to be difficult to create.
i love it
Thanks for the list! I can only ever think of meats, cheese and crackers. Keeping this one for sure.
Thank you for this! Not cooking this year for Christmas and needed more ideas! 🙂