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Christmas Wreath Charcuterie Board

Christmas wreath charcuterie board brings cheeses, cured meats, fruit, olives, and crackers together in a festive rosemary ring. Arrange the ingredients on a large round board, keeping the wreath shape visible for an easy-to-serve holiday appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 760
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 bunches rosemary fresh
  • 1 block (8 oz) sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese
  • 8 oz salami sliced
  • 4 oz prosciutto thinly sliced
  • 2 cups red grapes washed and dried
  • 1 pt cherry tomatoes washed and dried
  • 1 cup olives pitted, drained
  • 8 oz crackers assorted
  • 1 cup apricots dried
  • 1 cup almonds roasted

Equipment

  • 1 large round serving board or platter

Method
 

  1. Arrange the rosemary sprigs in a 16- to 18-inch wreath shape on a large round serving board or platter, leaving an open center.
  2. Cut the cheddar into bite-size cubes and the Brie into small wedges.
  3. Arrange both cheeses around the rosemary ring.
  4. Fold the salami into quarters and loosely fold the prosciutto.
  5. Tuck both meats around the wreath.
  6. Fill the open spaces with the grapes, cherry tomatoes, olives, dried apricots, and almonds, keeping the wreath shape visible.
  7. Add the crackers around the outer edge of the wreath and serve.
  8. Do not leave the board at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Notes

For a tidy wreath, keep the rosemary ring visible as you add the fillings. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crackers.