Save It A stunning seasonal platter featuring a curated selection of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and accompaniments—perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.
I first made this charcuterie board for a fall get-together, and it always draws guests in with its beautiful colors and inviting flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g aged cheddar, 120 g creamy brie, 120 g blue cheese, 120 g smoked gouda
- Charcuterie: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g spicy soppressata, 80 g sliced salami
- Seasonal Fruits: 1 small bunch red grapes, 1 crisp apple (sliced), 1 pear (sliced), 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Nuts & Crunch: 1/3 cup candied pecans, 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/3 cup walnut halves
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup fig jam, 1/2 cup wildflower honey, 1/2 cup whole grain mustard, 1/2 cup cornichons or pickled onions
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette (sliced), 1 box assorted crackers
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across a large board or platter. Slice harder cheeses; keep soft cheeses whole or halved.
- Add Charcuterie:
- Fold or roll the charcuterie and place between the cheeses.
- Arrange Fruits:
- Fill in spaces with clusters of fruits, alternating fresh and dried for color and variety.
- Include Nuts:
- Add nuts throughout the board for crunch and visual interest.
- Add Condiments:
- Spoon fig jam, honey, and mustard into small ramekins; nestle them around the board.
- Add Pickles:
- Add cornichons or pickled onions in small bowls or directly on the board.
- Arrange Bread & Crackers:
- Fan out bread slices and crackers along the edges or in a basket nearby.
- Serving:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Save It Sharing this board has become a family tradition in the autumn, letting everyone gather around, snack, and talk together.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, cheese knives, spoons, and small forks.
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts), gluten (from bread and crackers depending on type), mustard (mustard sauce). Check charcuterie for pork and verify ingredients for hidden allergens if serving guests.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 420 calories, total fat 26 g, carbohydrates 34 g, protein 16 g.
Save It This autumn board brings together simple flavors for memorable gatherings and is easy to assemble any time you want to impress.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for an autumn board?
A mix of aged cheddar, creamy brie, blue cheese, and smoked gouda provides varied flavor and texture.
- → How should charcuterie be served?
Fold or roll slices of salami, prosciutto, and soppressata; nestle them between cheese and accompaniments.
- → Which fruits add seasonal flair?
Red grapes, crisp apples, pears, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds offer autumn color and sweetness.
- → How can I make it vegetarian?
Skip the meats and substitute marinated vegetables, extra nuts, and an expanded cheese selection.
- → What tools do I need for assembling?
A large board, cheese knives, small bowls for dips, and utensils for serving make preparation simple.
- → Can I prepare the board in advance?
Yes, assemble up to two hours before serving and refrigerate; add crackers and bread just before enjoying.