Christmas Tree Snack Board (Print Version)

Holiday snack board with cheeses, meats, fruits, crackers shaped like a festive tree.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 120 g sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 120 g gouda cheese, cubed
03 - 120 g mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained

→ Cured Meats

04 - 100 g prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 100 g 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 (for tree branches)
15 - 1 yellow bell pepper star (cut using a small cookie cutter or knife)

# How to Make It:

01 - On a large rectangular serving board or platter, arrange the fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangular tree shape as a guide.
02 - Starting from the bottom, layer rows of crackers, cheeses, cured meats, vegetables, and fruits to fill out the tree shape. Alternate colors and textures for visual appeal.
03 - Place the yellow bell pepper star at the top of the tree.
04 - Fill in any gaps with olives, nuts, or extra grapes.
05 - Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick and choose their favorites.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vegetarian options available
  • Easy to prepare and visually stunning
02 -
  • Substitute cheeses and meats with your favorites or to accommodate dietary restrictions
  • For a vegetarian board omit cured meats and add more veggies or marinated tofu cubes
03 -
  • Use fresh rosemary sprigs for the best aroma and appearance
  • Cut the yellow bell pepper star just before serving to keep it crisp
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