A Christmas charcuterie board turns simple snacks into a centerpiece. These 10 ideas use holiday shapes, festive colors and easy ingredients, and every meat suggestion uses beef or turkey.
New to boards? Start with our how to make a charcuterie board guide.
10 Christmas Charcuterie Board Ideas
1. Wreath board
Arrange rosemary sprigs in a ring on a round board, then tuck in cheese cubes, red grapes, cranberries and folded beef salami. Put a bowl of dip in the center.
2. Christmas tree board
Stack rows of cheese, crackers and green grapes in a triangle and top with a star-shaped slice of cheddar.
3. Candy cane board
Alternate strips of white cheese and red foods like strawberries and red peppers in a candy cane shape.
4. Snowman board
Use 3 rounds of brie or fresh mozzarella with olive eyes and a carrot nose.
5. Hot cocoa board
Marshmallows, peppermint sticks, cookies and chocolate around mugs of crockpot hot chocolate.
6. Christmas morning brunch board
Mini pancakes, fruit, yogurt, turkey sausage links and maple syrup.
7. Dessert board
Holiday cookies, chocolate bark, fudge and dried fruit.
8. Cheese ball board
A pecan-crusted cheese ball in the center surrounded by crackers and apple slices.
9. Mini board for two
A small wooden divided tray with one cheese, one meat, fruit and chocolate.
10. Warm dip board
A slow cooker of dip surrounded by crackers, veggies and breadsticks, with ideas from our crockpot appetizers.
Beef & Turkey Meats for Holiday Boards
Beef bresaola, beef summer sausage, beef salami, smoked turkey breast, turkey pastrami and roast beef. Always check labels; many salamis and summer sausages are not all-beef, so choose ones labeled beef or turkey.
Shop the Board
- Teak wood serving board
- Acacia wood divided serving tray
- Cheese tray with glass cover
- Ceramic snack dish set
- Gold-plated flower bowl for candy
Equipment I Used
- Wooden cutting board with handle: for slicing and serving right at the table.
New to slow cooking? The Easy Slow Cooker Recipes guide is a beginner-friendly collection of easy crockpot breakfasts and dinners.
Christmas Charcuterie Board FAQ
What do you put on a Christmas charcuterie board?
Cheeses, beef or turkey meats, red and green fruit, rosemary, nuts, crackers and a few holiday sweets.
How do you make a charcuterie wreath?
Arrange rosemary in a ring on a round board and fill it with cheese, meat, fruit and crackers, leaving the center open.
How much food do I need?
Plan 2 to 3 oz of cheese and 2 oz of meat per person for an appetizer board.
Can I make it ahead?
Assemble up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate, adding crackers last.
