Festive Christmas Tree Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant holiday platter shaped like a Christmas tree with cheeses, fruits, meats, and nuts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.25 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 4.25 oz gouda cheese, cubed
03 - 4.25 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Vegetables & Fruits

06 - 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds
07 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
09 - 1 cup green grapes
10 - 1 cup red grapes
11 - 1 cup black olives, pitted

→ Crackers & Nuts

12 - 1 cup assorted crackers
13 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds

→ Garnishes

14 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
15 - 1 yellow bell pepper star, cut with small cookie cutter or knife

# How to Make It:

01 - Place fresh rosemary sprigs on a large rectangular serving board in a triangular shape to outline the tree.
02 - Starting from the bottom, arrange rows of crackers, cheeses, cured meats, vegetables, and fruits within the rosemary triangle, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
03 - Position the yellow bell pepper star at the peak of the arranged tree shape.
04 - Fill any remaining gaps with black olives, roasted almonds, or extra grapes to complete the display.
05 - Present the assembled platter immediately, allowing guests to select their preferred items.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble and visually impressive
  • Offers vegetarian options and variety for all guests
02 -
  • Substitute cheeses and meats to accommodate dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian board can be made by omitting cured meats and adding more veggies or marinated tofu cubes
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife for cutting cheeses and bell pepper shapes
  • Arrange different colors and textures to create a visually appealing board
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