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Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
This festive Christmas tree-shaped charcuterie board is a holiday helper that takes minutes to assemble, requires no cooking, and is fully customizable for your gatherings.
👥 12 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 5 min⏳ Prep: 5 min👤 John Miller📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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📝 Preparation Steps
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First things first, every tree needs a star. Take your slice of Colby jack cheese and a small star shaped cookie cutter. Carefully press the cutter into the cheese to create a perfect star. Place this cheese star at the very top of your wooden board. This will be the guide for the rest of your tree shape. It is the little detail that makes it feel so festive.
Colby jack cheese, for the star1 slice
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Right below your cheese star, it's time to add the green grapes. Arrange them in a small row to form the pointed top of the tree. This fresh, sweet element is a great starting point for our delicious tree.
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Now for the main event, creating the tree’s layers. Each new row should be slightly wider than the one above it to create that classic cone shape. Think of it like you are building a tasty pyramid. Start with the round crackers, placing them in an angled row beneath the grapes. Next, fold each slice of beef salami into quarters. This gives them a nice ruffled look. Arrange them in a row below the crackers. Continue with a row of cheddar cheese cubes. Then, add a vibrant row of bright red cherry tomatoes. Follow that with the pepper jack cheese cubes. These layers provide amazing color and flavor contrasts. Finally, add a row of dried cranberries and a row of sliced cucumbers. You are almost done with your masterpiece. These are truly great Christmas Appetizers Finger Foods because they are so easy to pick up and enjoy.
dry beef salami3 ouncescheddar cheese cubes4 ouncescherry tomatoes6 ouncespepper jack cheese cubes6 ouncescucumber, small, sliced into rounds1
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Your tree needs a sturdy base. Gather your mini pretzel sticks. Line them up vertically at the bottom center of your ingredient rows to form the trunk of the tree. This salty crunch is a wonderful addition.
mini pretzel sticks, for the trunk10
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The final touch is all about bringing in that fresh, pine like aroma. Take your sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary. Tuck them gently in between some of the rows. They look just like real tree branches and add a lovely scent. And there you have it. A beautiful, edible centerpiece that doubles as one of the most delightful Christmas Party Appetizers you can make. It is ready to serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
calories
300 calories
fat Content
20g fat
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2g fiber
sugar Content
8g sugar
sodium Content
600mg sodium
protein Content
15g protein
carbohydrate Content
15g carbs
saturated Fat Content
12g saturated fat
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