Heart-Shaped Charcuterie Board (Print Version)

An elegant heart-shaped platter with assorted meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cured Meats

01 - 2 oz prosciutto
02 - 2 oz salami
03 - 2 oz coppa or soppressata

→ Cheeses

04 - 3 oz brie, cut into heart-shaped pieces or wedges
05 - 3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
06 - 3 oz goat cheese, rolled into small balls

→ Fresh Fruits

07 - ½ cup seedless red grapes
08 - ½ cup strawberries, halved
09 - ¼ cup raspberries

→ Accompaniments

10 - ¼ cup mixed olives
11 - ¼ cup roasted almonds
12 - 2 tbsp fig jam or honey
13 - 8 to 10 heart-shaped or plain crackers

→ Garnishes

14 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
15 - Edible flowers (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Using a pencil or heart-shaped template, sketch the outline on a large serving board or wooden platter.
02 - Fold or roll the slices and place them along the heart’s edges to form an appealing border.
03 - Fill the heart-shaped area with cheeses, spacing them to showcase color and texture differences.
04 - Cluster grapes, strawberries, and raspberries between the cheeses and meats for balance and freshness.
05 - Distribute olives, roasted almonds, and small bowls of fig jam or honey in the gaps within the heart.
06 - Arrange heart-shaped or plain crackers along the perimeter or in small stacks inside the design.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers for a festive presentation; serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble with no cooking required, perfect for beginners.
  • Customizable with your favorite meats, cheeses, and fruits.
  • A visually stunning centerpiece that impresses for romantic occasions or parties.
  • Gluten-free and suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Use a cookie cutter to shape cheeses or fruits into hearts for added flair.
  • Roll or fold cured meat slices to add texture and depth.
  • Keep small bowls for jams or honey to prevent mixing and make dipping easier.
  • Refrigerate the board if preparing ahead, but add crackers just before serving to keep them crisp.
  • Double-check all packaged items for allergens and gluten content, especially crackers and processed meats.
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