20-Minute Easy Charcuterie Board
An elegant appetizer platter featuring a curated selection of cheddar, manchego, and butterkase cheeses paired with prosciutto, fresh grapes, persimmon, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for entertaining guests, wine tastings, or holiday gatherings. The combination of creamy goat cheese, sweet honeycomb, dried apricots, and briny olives creates a balanced flavor profile that appeals to various tastes. This versatile board requires no cooking and can be customized based on seasonal availability and personal preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Cheddar Cheese
- ½ lb Prosciutto
- 4 oz Goat Cheese
- ½ lb Manchegoaged cheddar or gruyere1:1adds dairy
hard cheese with nutty flavor
- ½ lb Butterkase
- 1 Persimmon, slicedpear or apple slices1:1seasonal
similar sweetness and crunch
- 1 lb Grapes
- ¼ cup Almonds
- ½ cup Walnuts
- 1 cup Dried Apricots
- 1 cup Olives
- 1 Honeycomb
- Assorted Crackers
Instructions
- 1
Use a food safe board or line with parchment paper before arranging your charcuterie board
- 2
Arrange the cheeses on the board and slice hard cheeses for easier serving
- 3
Fan out the meats and arrange around the cheeses on the board
- 4
Wash and pat dry fruit then cut into bite sized pieces if necessary and place in remaining spaces on the board
- 5
Sprinkle the almonds and apricots around the board or place in small bowls on your board and fill with olives, nuts, honey and dips
- 6
Place the crackers around the board
- 7
Fill in any open spots with prosciutto pieces twisted into little piles
Tips
Let cheeses come to room temperature 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
Choose crackers of varying shapes and flavors to complement different cheese types.
Add small spoons or cheese knives near soft cheeses for easy serving.
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Assemble board up to 2 hours before serving for best presentation.
Serve at room temperature with small plates and cheese knives.
Common Mistakes
Let cheeses come to room temperature to avoid bland flavors.
Use a large enough board to avoid overcrowding ingredients.
Substitutions
hard cheese with nutty flavor
similar sweetness and crunch
FAQ
Can I make this board dairy-free?
Replace cheeses with hummus, nut-based spreads, and dairy-free alternatives while keeping the meats, fruits, and nuts.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days, though cheese and meat quality is best within 24 hours.
What if I can't find butterkase cheese?
Substitute with brie, camembert, or another soft, mild cheese with creamy texture and buttery flavor.