26 Christmas Charcuterie Board Ideas

Charcuterie boards have been all the rage for the past few years.

The word charcuterie is French and refers to a deli meat, sausage, and other cured meat platter.

But it’s also become a term used to describe any type of appetizer platter that has a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and usually some type of dip or spread.

Charcuterie boards are a great way to serve food at a party because you can make them as large or as small as you need to serve the number of guests you have.

You can also make them as affordable or as expensive as you’d like, depending on the type of meats, cheeses, and other foods you put on them.

1. Traditional Charcuterie Board

Charcuterie boards are always a crowd pleaser, and it’s a great way to keep the appetizers simple and easy.

This traditional charcuterie board is filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and crackers.

You can also add in some fruits, nuts, and olives to round it out.

This board is perfect for any holiday party, and it’s a great way to keep everyone happy while you’re finishing up the main course.

If you’re looking for an easy appetizer for your Christmas party, look no further than this traditional charcuterie board.

2. Sweets Charcuterie Board

You can also make a charcuterie board that’s just for sweets.

Add cookies, chocolates, and candies to the board and then fill in the empty spaces with fresh fruit, nuts, and other sweet snacks.

Mix and match your favorite holiday sweets to create a board that’s perfect for a holiday party.

3. Breakfast Charcuterie Board

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it’s also the most fun to serve on a board! This breakfast charcuterie board is perfect for Christmas morning, and it’s filled with all the breakfast favorites.

You can make this board as big or small as you need to for your family, and you can customize it with all of your favorite breakfast foods.

I love to add a variety of breakfast meats, eggs, pancakes, waffles, fruit, and pastries.

4. Holiday Charcuterie Board

Charcuterie boards are known for being a mix of meats, cheeses, and crackers, but you can also add other finger foods to the mix.

This board has it all, including a cheese ball, mixed nuts, and other savory snacks.

If you want to add some sweet treats to the mix, try adding Christmas cookies, candy canes, or even some chocolate-covered strawberries.

5. Candy Charcuterie Board

If you’re going to have a Christmas charcuterie board, it only makes sense to include candy.

This board has it all, from chocolate and caramel candies to peppermint bark and marshmallows.

If you want to add a little more holiday flair, you can include some candy canes and Christmas-colored M&M’s.

6. Snowman Charcuterie Board

Create a snowman out of cheese balls and use pretzel sticks to make the snowman’s arms.

This board is also a great way to use up any extra candy from your holiday baking.

7. Hot Cocoa Charcuterie Board

This hot cocoa charcuterie board is the perfect way to end any holiday meal.

You can include a variety of hot cocoa toppings and mix-ins, plus some holiday treats and cookies.

Get creative with your hot cocoa and include a variety of different flavors like peppermint, caramel, or even dark chocolate.

8. Grinch Charcuterie Board

This is a great idea for a kids’ Christmas party.

You can even let the kids help you fill the board.

The Grinch is a classic Christmas character and the green and red color scheme of this board is perfect for the holidays.

The Grinch is a classic Christmas character and the green and red color scheme of this board is perfect for the holidays.

9. Reindeer Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board has everything you need for a perfect Christmas party.

This board has a good mix of meats, cheese, crackers, and other snacks.

Plus, the reindeer theme is so cute and festive for the holiday season.

10. Santa Charcuterie Board

What’s a charcuterie board without a little cheese? This one is made entirely out of cheese, and it’s so cute.

The red and white colors of the cheese blocks and balls are perfect for a Santa-themed board.

You can add some sliced cheese, crackers, and other snacks to this board if you want to, but it’s just as cute on its own!

11. Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board

If you want to get a little fancy, you can totally turn your charcuterie board into a Christmas tree! This is a great way to add a festive touch to a savory board.

To create this look, start by laying out a row of cheese cubes along the bottom of the board.

Then, create a row of grapes on top of the cheese, and a row of meat on top of the grapes. Continue this pattern until the board is filled.

Then, add a few star-shaped cheese pieces to the top of the tree, and add a few rosemary sprigs to the bottom to create a “trunk.”

12. Christmas Wreath Charcuterie Board

This Christmas wreath charcuterie board is almost too pretty to eat. Almost.

Use a ring mold to create a festive wreath shape, then fill it with all of your favorite meats, cheeses, and crackers.

Garnish with rosemary sprigs, fresh cranberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar to really make it stand out.

13. Christmas Stocking Charcuterie Board

This is a super fun way to serve a charcuterie board! Instead of a platter or board, use a stocking as your base.

You can even use a stocking as a place to serve the cheese and crackers on top of a traditional board.

I love the idea of using a stocking to serve a charcuterie board at a holiday party.

You can also use mini stockings for individual servings.

14. Sleigh Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board is so festive! It’s all about the sleigh, which is made from a few types of cheese, some crackers, and pretzels.

The cheese is cut into cubes and served with toothpicks, but you could also cut the cheese into slices if you want to make it easier for guests to grab.

The sleigh is surrounded by fresh fruit, nuts, and more cheese. You could also add some meat to the board if you like.

15. North Pole Charcuterie Board

Santa’s reindeer are the stars of the show in this fun and festive charcuterie board.

Start by creating a snowy North Pole scene with a pile of mozzarella balls and a few penguins made from black olives and cream cheese.

Use a few small candy canes to create a “North Pole” sign and finish off the board with a variety of cheese, crackers, and meats.

16. Cookie Charcuterie Board

The holidays are the perfect time to indulge in a few sweet treats, and a cookie charcuterie board is the perfect way to do it! Fill your board with an assortment of cookies, candies, and other sweet snacks to create a delicious dessert spread that everyone will love.

Be sure to include a variety of flavors and textures, such as soft and chewy cookies, crunchy candies, and creamy chocolate treats.

You can also add in some fresh fruit, nuts, or other toppings to balance out the sweetness.

17. Christmas Gift Charcuterie Board

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or attending one, this Christmas gift charcuterie board is perfect for any occasion.

You can buy a pre-made board and fill it with your favorite meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts.

Top the board with a variety of cheese cut into shapes like Christmas trees and stars.

Then, add some festive touches like a candy cane, Christmas ornaments, and a small gift box.

Finally, add some crackers, bread, and spreads like honey, jam, and mustard.

18. Ugly Christmas Sweater Charcuterie Board

This ugly Christmas sweater charcuterie board is such a fun idea. You can make your own sweater-shaped board or find one that’s already made.

I love the idea of adding a little sweater to the board for a fun and festive touch.

You could also make a sweater-shaped cheese ball or a sweater-shaped cookie instead of the board if you prefer.

I love the idea of making the cheese the sweater and then adding a bunch of fun things to the board like meat, nuts, and fruits.

You could also add some of your favorite appetizers to the board like pigs in a blanket, meatballs, and more.

Get creative and have fun with it!

19. Grinch’s Heart Charcuterie Board

We love the idea of turning your charcuterie board into a Christmas character, like the Grinch! This board features a heart-shaped cheese ball with a red bell pepper heart on top.

Add in your favorite Christmas cookies, candies, and a few different types of cheese to round out the board.

20. Elf on the Shelf Charcuterie Board

This board is a fun and festive way to get the kids involved in making a charcuterie board.

Have them help you place all the fun, sweet treats on the board like candy canes, cookies, and other favorite Christmas candies.

Add in a few of your favorite meats and cheeses, and you’ve got a fun board that everyone will love.

21. Snowflake Charcuterie Board

Add a little winter wonderland to your party with a snowflake charcuterie board.

This board is a little more simple than some of the other options, and that’s what makes it so beautiful.

The key to a good charcuterie board is variety, so you can keep your ingredients basic but be sure to include lots of different options.

This board has two types of cheese, two types of meat, and a few types of crackers.

Then fill in the gaps with grapes, nuts, and a little bit of chocolate for a sweet treat.

A dusting of powdered sugar on top of the cheese and crackers makes it look like they’re covered in snow!

22. Polar Bear Charcuterie Board

Turn a round board into a polar bear face by using cheese and crackers to create the snout and eyes.

The cheese ball is the perfect size to use for the bear’s head and the black olives make the perfect eyes.

Fill the board with all the polar bear’s favorite snacks and you’re ready to party!

This board is filled with all the usual suspects like meats, cheeses, nuts, and fruits and is a great option for a smaller gathering.

Conclusion

A Christmas charcuterie board is a great way to entertain during the holidays. It’s easy to put together and everyone will love it! Don’t forget to take a photo and tag us on social media.