Save A charming, house-shaped charcuterie board filled with sweet and savory delights, perfect for sharing and adding a cozy touch to any gathering.
I enjoy assembling this board as it brings friends and family together in a warm atmosphere
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
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses in the center of a large, house-shaped wooden board, forming the outline of a house.
- Step 2:
- Fill in the roof area with folded prosciutto and saucisson sec (or extra cheese for a vegetarian version).
- Step 3:
- Fan out apple and pear slices along one side of the board cluster grapes and dried apricots on the other side.
- Step 4:
- Place honey in a small bowl and set it near the cheeses.
- Step 5:
- Scatter dark chocolate squares and candied pecans across the board.
- Step 6:
- Arrange baguette slices and crackers along the edges.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a cozy, homey look.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
Save Preparing this board creates wonderful moments when family gathers around to enjoy and share stories
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).
Nutritional Information
340 calories 18 g total fat 32 g carbohydrates 12 g protein per serving
Save This charcuterie board is the perfect centerpiece for any casual gathering enhancing taste and presentation.
Kitchen Questions
- → What cheeses work best for this board?
Soft cheeses like Camembert, firm Comté cubes, and creamy goat cheese logs create a balanced texture and flavor profile.
- → Can I make this suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, simply omit the cured meats and add extra cheeses, nuts, or roasted vegetables for added variety.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Thinly slice apples and pears, halve grapes, and include dried apricots for a sweet and fresh contrast.
- → Are there suggestions for accompaniments?
Pair this spread with chilled white wines like Sauvignon Blanc or light reds such as Pinot Noir.
- → What garnishes enhance the presentation?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers add fragrance and a cozy, inviting look to the board.