Perfect Star-Spangled Charcuterie Board with Honey and Berries
A quick and easy charcuterie board featuring a delightful combination of cured meats, cheeses, fresh berries, and honey, perfect for patriotic celebrations and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (toasting nuts and optional toasting of baguette slices)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Prosciutto (thinly sliced)
- Soppressata or Genoa salami
- Brie or Camembert (soft, ripe)
- Aged Cheddar or Manchego (firm, sliced)
- Strawberries (hulled and halved)
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Mild, runny honey (clover or wildflower)
- Almonds or Marcona almonds, lightly toasted
- Water crackers or multigrain crisps
- Baguette slices, lightly toasted
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
- Olives (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and gently pat dry all berries. Hull and halve strawberries for easy picking. Slice cheeses into bite-sized pieces or wedges, and arrange cured meats loosely rolled or folded for visual appeal.
- Place small bowls on the board first—one for honey, one for nuts, and another if using olives to keep sticky or oily ingredients contained.
- Start placing cheeses around the board, spacing them out. Fill in the spaces with rolled slices of prosciutto and salami to create a natural flow with variety in shapes and colors.
- Scatter berries in clusters around cheeses and meats. Sprinkle toasted almonds or Marcona almonds in open spots, adding texture and crunch.
- Just before serving, drizzle honey over the soft cheeses and some of the berries using a honey drizzler or spoon to create a sticky, shiny glaze.
- Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and a pop of green. Add crackers and toasted baguette slices around the edges or in a separate basket.
Notes
Keep berries and honey separate until serving to avoid sogginess. Toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring often. Take cheeses out 20-30 minutes before assembling to soften. Avoid overcrowding the board to let each component shine. For gluten-free, swap crackers for gluten-free varieties or add extra nuts and fruit. For dairy-free, use plant-based cheeses and agave nectar instead of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 to
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
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