Autumn Cheese Charcuterie Board (Printable Version)
A vibrant board of cheese, meats, fruits, and accompaniments brings autumn flavor to gatherings and casual nights in.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 4 oz creamy brie, halved or whole
03 - 4 oz blue cheese, sliced
04 - 4 oz smoked gouda, sliced
→ Charcuterie
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded or rolled
06 - 3.5 oz spicy soppressata, folded or rolled
07 - 2.8 oz sliced salami
→ Seasonal Fruits
08 - 1 small bunch red grapes
09 - 1 crisp apple, sliced
10 - 1 pear, sliced
11 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
12 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
→ Nuts & Crunch
13 - 1/3 cup candied pecans
14 - 1/3 cup roasted almonds
15 - 1/3 cup walnut halves
→ Accompaniments
16 - 1/2 cup fig jam
17 - 1/2 cup wildflower honey
18 - 1/2 cup whole grain mustard
19 - 1/2 cup cornichons or pickled onions
→ Crackers & Bread
20 - 1 baguette, sliced
21 - 1 box assorted crackers
# Directions:
01 - Distribute the cheeses evenly across a large board or platter. Slice firmer varieties such as cheddar and gouda, and leave the soft cheeses whole or halved for ease of serving.
02 - Fold or roll the prosciutto, soppressata, and salami. Place these arranged meats between the cheeses for visual contrast and easy access.
03 - Fill remaining spaces with clusters of red grapes, apple slices, pear slices, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds, alternating between fresh and dried fruits for color and texture.
04 - Scatter candied pecans, roasted almonds, and walnut halves throughout the board, adding both crunch and visual interest among the other items.
05 - Transfer fig jam, wildflower honey, and whole grain mustard into small ramekins or bowls, then nestle them around the board. Add cornichons or pickled onions in small bowls or directly onto the board as preferred.
06 - Fan out baguette slices and assorted crackers along the edge of the board or in a basket nearby for easy serving and access.
07 - Serve the platter immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours prior to serving for optimal freshness.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Offers an elegant appetizer for gatherings
- Customizable with favorite cheeses and fruits
02 -
- This board contains milk and tree nuts—always verify ingredients for allergens when serving guests.
- Charcuterie may include pork; choose options to suit dietary needs.
03 -
- Omit meats and add marinated vegetables for a vegetarian-friendly platter.
- Swap in local and seasonal cheeses or use fruits like persimmon and figs for more autumn flair.