Save A charming, house-shaped charcuterie board filled with sweet and savory delights, perfect for sharing and adding a cozy touch to any gathering.
This board has become a favorite at our family get-togethers, bringing warmth and smiles with every bite.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Camembert sliced, 100 g Comté cubed, 100 g Goat cheese log sliced
- Cured Meats (optional for non-vegetarian): 80 g prosciutto folded, 80 g saucisson sec sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 apple thinly sliced, 1 pear thinly sliced, 100 g red grapes halved, 50 g dried apricots
- Sweet Treats: 60 g honey, 50 g dark chocolate squares, 50 g candied pecans
- Breads & Crackers: 1 small baguette sliced, 60 g whole grain crackers
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses in the center of a large, house-shaped wooden board forming the outline of a house.
- Fill roof area:
- Fill in the roof area with folded prosciutto and saucisson sec (or extra cheese for a vegetarian version).
- Fan fruit slices:
- Fan out apple and pear slices along one side of the board cluster grapes and dried apricots on the other side.
- Place honey:
- Place honey in a small bowl and set it near the cheeses.
- Scatter treats:
- Scatter dark chocolate squares and candied pecans across the board.
- Arrange breads and crackers:
- Arrange baguette slices and crackers along the edges.
- Garnish board:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a cozy homey look.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Save Gathering around this board has created many joyful family moments filled with laughter and delicious tasting experiences.
Required Tools
Large house-shaped wooden board or platter, Paring knife, Small bowls for honey or spreads, Cheese knife set
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Nuts (candied pecans) Gluten (bread crackers) Soy (possible in chocolate) Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 340 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 12 g per serving
Save This charcuterie board is the perfect blend of flavors and textures that will impress your guests every time.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best on this board?
Soft and semi-hard cheeses like Camembert, Comté, and goat cheese create a balanced flavor and texture combination.
- → Can the board be made vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the cured meats and increase the variety of cheeses, nuts, or roasted vegetables instead.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Fresh apple and pear slices should be thinly sliced, while grapes are halved to make them easy to pick and eat.
- → What is the best way to arrange the ingredients?
Arrange cheeses centrally to outline the house shape, place cured meats on the roof area, fan fruits on one side, and scatter sweet treats and crackers around the edges.
- → Are there suitable drink pairings?
Light wines such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir complement the flavors beautifully, enhancing the overall tasting experience.
- → Can I substitute the breads and crackers?
Yes, gluten-free crackers or different bread types can be used according to dietary preferences.