Pin this A festive and colorful appetizer platter, artfully arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree with an array of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and crackers. Perfect for holiday gatherings and easy entertaining.
This snack board has become a holiday favorite that everyone looks forward to each year. It's fun to assemble and even more enjoyable to share.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g sharp cheddar cheese, cubed, 120 g gouda cheese, cubed, 120 g mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto, thinly sliced, 100 g salami, sliced
- Vegetables & Fruits: 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds, 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup black olives, pitted
- Crackers & Nuts: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1/2 cup roasted almonds
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for tree branches), 1 yellow bell pepper star (cut using a small cookie cutter or knife)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large rectangular serving board or platter, arrange the fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangular tree shape as a guide.
- Step 2:
- Starting from the bottom, layer rows of crackers, cheeses, cured meats, vegetables, and fruits to fill out the tree shape. Alternate colors and textures for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Place the yellow bell pepper star at the top of the tree.
- Step 4:
- Fill in any gaps with olives, nuts, or extra grapes.
- Step 5:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick and choose their favorites.
Pin this This recipe always brings our family together during the holidays, sparking conversations and joyful moments as everyone creates their perfect snack combination.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Sharp knife, Small cookie cutter (for star), optional, Cheese knives or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains milk/dairy (cheese), tree nuts (almonds), and gluten (crackers). Some cured meats may contain nitrates/nitrites. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 250, Total Fat: 15 g, Carbohydrates: 16 g, Protein: 12 g per serving
Pin this This Christmas Tree Snack Board is a perfect centerpiece for your holiday table and is easy to customize to your guests' tastes.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do you create the tree shape on the board?
Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangular shape as a guide, then layer crackers, cheeses, meats, and produce to fill it in.
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Sharp cheddar, gouda, and mozzarella balls provide varied flavors and textures ideal for this arrangement.
- → Can this snack board be made vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit cured meats and add more vegetables or marinated tofu cubes for protein.
- → How should the yellow bell pepper star be prepared?
Use a small cookie cutter or knife to cut a star shape from a yellow bell pepper to place on top as a decorative garnish.
- → What are good accompaniments for this board?
Sparkling wine or light white wine pairs well, along with small cheese knives and toothpicks for easy serving.