If you're looking for candy cane inspired food, you've come to the right place. Enter this Candy Cane Charcuterie Board or Antipasto Board. Whatever you want to call it, this fun Christmas appetizer tray will be the talk of your snowy soirées this season.
Tis the season for all things merry and bright—including your holiday charcuterie board!
A charcuterie board is always a showstopper, but this candy cane shaped one is extra special.
It's perfect for a holiday party or family gathering.
Here's everything you need to know to make your own. We will start with the ingredients you need and move on to the step-by-step instructions.
CANDY CANE CHRISTMAS CHARCUTERIE BOARD
This year, ditch the traditional rectangle or oval board in favor of something a little more festive. We're talking a candy cane shaped charcuterie board, of course!
Read on and print or save this step-by-step instructions in the recipe card below on how to make your own.
CANDY CANE CHRISTMAS CHARCUTERIE BOARD INGREDIENTS
You just need a handful of tasty ingredients to create this fun Christmas themed snack board.
You can always swap out these ingredients for your own favorites. You can also scroll down below for a list of alternate ideas for though-starters as well.
Here are the ingredients used in this board:
- White Cheddar
- Pepperoni Link
- Goat Cheese
- Fresh Raspberries
- White Chocolate Covered Pretzels
- Sugared or Dried Cranberries
- Monterey Jack Cheese
- Dry Salami
- Cherry Sized Mozzarella Balls
- Fresh Rosemary Springs
HOW TO ASSEMBLE A CANDY CANE CHRISTMAS CHARCUTERIE BOARD
It's really easy to set up a fun holiday themed snack board. Just follow these straight-forward steps.
First you will want to pick out the perfect serving board or tray to set up on.
Then it's time to start arranging the foods on the board. Add a 2 inch row of sliced white cheddar in the lower right corner.
Layer the sliced pepperoni, followed by a row of white cheddar cheese and raspberries.
Add the pretzels above raspberries to start a slight curve in one direction.
Next up! Add the cranberries to create the top of the candy cane. At this point, the cranberries should be at the top center of the board.
Add the Monterey jack cheese cubes next to the cranberries while curving the opposite way of the pretzels to complete the top of the candy cane and to start the smaller side of it.
Then, fold the salami and add next to the Monterey Jack cheese.
Finally, add the mozzarella balls to finish the candy cane shape. Yay.
For the final touch, decorate your candy cane with small sprigs of rosemary throughout.
It will really make this appetizer tray pop.
Voila!! That is all!
WHAT CAN I SWAP INGREDIENTS WITH?
Here are some alternate ideas to swap out for the white ingredients:
Crackers, sliced baguette, feta cheese, baby bell cheese, mini brie cheese, nuts such as macadamia or blanched almonds and white chocolate.
Here are some alternate ideas to swap out for the red ingredients:
Cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, strawberries, sweet cherry peppers, red candies.
CAN I MAKE THIS CHRISTMAS CHARCUTERIE BOARD IN ADVANCE?
HOW SHOULD I HANDLE LEFTOVERS?
Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container for up to five days. Mozzarella balls are best placed back into their original container with the liquid they came in.
A candy cane charcuterie board is the perfect way to add some festive fun to your Christmas party! Not only is it a visually stunning centerpiece, it's also a delicious way to enjoy all your favorite holiday treats.
Best of all, it's easy to make! Simply start with the list of ingredients below, then finish with springs of fresh rosemary for an epic holiday feast. Then sit back and enjoy the holiday cheer!
Candy Cane Christmas Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- 2 ounces white cheddar, sliced (about ½ cup)
- 1 pepperoni link, sliced into disks
- 4 ounces goat cheese, roughly crumbled
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup white chocolate covered pretzels
- ½ cup sugared or dried cranberries
- 2 ounces Monterey jack cheese, cubed (about ½ cup)
- 1 ounce dry salami (about 8 slices)
- 4 ounces cherry ‘ciliegine’ size mozzarella balls (about ½ cup)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for decorating
Instructions
Start by arranging a 2" row of sliced white cheddar cheese in the lower right corner of a medium sized serving platter or board.
Add a row of sliced pepperoni immediately above the white cheddar. Repeat with goat cheese and raspberries.
Add the pretzels above the raspberries creating a slight curve towards the left in the top of the row to start the top of the "candy cane".
Add the cranberries next to the pretzels to create the very top of the candy cane. The cranberries should be at the top center of your board.
Add the cubed Monterey jack cheese next to the cranberries curving the opposite way of the pretzels to complete the top and start the smaller side of the candy cane.
Fold your salami and add next to the Monterey Jack cheese. Finally, add the mozzarella balls to finish up the candy cane shape.
Add small sprigs of rosemary as a festive garnish throughout.
Notes
This candy cane board is best made right before it will be served to help keep the various cheeses from drying out and the mozzarella from creating puddles on the board.
The charcuterie board can be left out at room temperature for up to two hours. After that it is best to package up and refrigerate any leftovers.
Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container for up to five days. Mozzarella balls are best placed back in their original container with the liquid they came in.
The exact quantities of ingredients may vary based on the side of the board used.
These ingredients can be placed in any order you like, just alternate between white ingredients and red ingredients to create a candy cane effect.
Use a toothpick to secure the folded pieces of salami if you like.
Some alternative white ingredients include; crackers, sliced baguette, feta cheese, baby bell cheese, mini brie cheese, nuts such as macadamia or blanched almonds, white chocolate.
Some alternative red ingredients include; cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, strawberries, sweet cherry peppers, red candies.
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That's it! With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a show stopping charcuterie board that will impress your guests. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!
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