Quick Christmas Charcuterie Wreath

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This holiday charcuterie wreath features an artful arrangement of creamy cheeses, savory cured meats, fresh grapes, pomegranate seeds, and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Using fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs as the wreath base, the assorted olives, nuts, and crackers add crunch and depth. With minimal prep time and beautiful presentation, it’s perfect for festive gatherings. Vegetarian options and ingredient swaps allow for easy customization to suit all guests.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:07:00 GMT
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A festive and visually stunning appetizer board arranged in a wreath shape, featuring a delightful assortment of cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and accompaniments—perfect for effortless holiday entertaining.

I always enjoy assembling this charcuterie wreath because it brings color and joy to our holiday table, and guests love the variety.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 120 g brie cheese, cut into wedges, 120 g cheddar cheese, cubed, 100 g goat cheese, sliced or rolled into balls
  • Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto, folded, 100 g salami, sliced, 100 g coppa or soppressata, folded
  • Fruits & Vegetables: 1 cup seedless red grapes, 1 cup green grapes, 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish), 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup sliced cucumber rounds
  • Accompaniments: 1/2 cup marinated olives, 1/3 cup cornichons or gherkins, 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans), 1 cup assorted crackers, Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish and wreath effect), Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

Instructions

Step 1:
Place a large round board or platter on your work surface.
Step 2:
Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a circle along the outer edge of the board to create the base of your wreath.
Step 3:
Layer the cheeses in clusters around the wreath, spacing them evenly.
Step 4:
Fold and arrange cured meats in small bundles or rosettes and nestle them between the cheese clusters.
Step 5:
Scatter grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber rounds, and pomegranate seeds around the wreath, filling in gaps and adding color.
Step 6:
Place small piles of olives, cornichons, and nuts throughout the wreath.
Step 7:
Tuck fresh cranberries and thyme sprigs in for festive color and aroma.
Step 8:
Arrange crackers in small stacks or fan shapes around the board, ensuring easy access.
Step 9:
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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This recipe always brings our family together around the table, sparking conversations and warm memories every holiday season.

Required Tools

Large round serving board or platter, Small bowls (optional, for olives or nuts), Small cheese knives, Tongs or serving forks

Allergen Information

Contains: Milk (cheese), Tree nuts (nuts), Gluten (crackers), Sulfites (cured meats, olives). If serving to guests with allergies, check all labels and substitute as needed.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 260 per serving. Total Fat: 18 g. Carbohydrates: 14 g. Protein: 11 g.

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This charcuterie wreath is a simple yet elegant centerpiece guaranteed to impress your guests every time.

Quick Christmas Charcuterie Wreath

A festive holiday wreath with cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and garnishes arranged on a board for effortless entertaining.

Prep Time
20 min
0
Overall Time
20 min
Created by Chloe Martin


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type European

Makes 9 Portions

Special Diets Vegetarian

What You’ll Need

Cheeses

01 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
02 4.2 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
03 3.5 oz goat cheese, sliced or rolled into balls

Cured Meats

01 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
02 3.5 oz sliced salami
03 3.5 oz coppa or soppressata, folded

Fruits & Vegetables

01 1 cup seedless red grapes
02 1 cup green grapes
03 0.5 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
04 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
05 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
06 0.5 cup sliced cucumber rounds

Accompaniments

01 0.5 cup marinated olives
02 0.33 cup cornichons or gherkins
03 0.5 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
04 1 cup assorted crackers
05 Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish and wreath effect)
06 Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

How-To

Step 01

Prepare serving base: Place a large round serving board or platter on your work surface.

Step 02

Form wreath outline: Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a circle along the outer edge of the board to establish the wreath base.

Step 03

Add cheese clusters: Position the assorted cheeses in small clusters evenly spaced around the wreath.

Step 04

Incorporate cured meats: Fold cured meats into small bundles or rosettes and nestle them between cheese clusters.

Step 05

Distribute fruits and vegetables: Scatter grapes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and pomegranate seeds throughout to fill gaps and add vibrant color.

Step 06

Add accompaniments: Place small piles of marinated olives, cornichons, and mixed nuts evenly around the wreath.

Step 07

Garnish for festive appeal: Tuck fresh cranberries and optional thyme sprigs into the wreath for added seasonal color and aroma.

Step 08

Arrange crackers: Position crackers in small stacks or fans around the board for easy access.

Step 09

Serve or store: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Gear Needed

  • Large round serving board or platter
  • Small bowls for olives or nuts (optional)
  • Small cheese knives
  • Tongs or serving forks

Allergy Details

Review every item for allergens and connect with your healthcare provider if you’re unsure.
  • Contains milk from cheese
  • Contains tree nuts
  • Contains gluten from crackers
  • Contains sulfites from cured meats and olives

Nutrition Breakdown (each serving)

Info for reference only—don’t take this as expert medical guidance.
  • Caloric Value: 260
  • Lipids: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Proteins: 11 g