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Christmas Tree Shaped Charcuterie Board

A visually stunning and festive charcuterie board shaped like a Christmas tree, filled with a delightful variety of cheeses, fruits, and nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Party Food, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs Used to create the outline of the tree.
  • 1 stalk celery stalk For the trunk of the tree.
  • 1 cup red seedless grapes For layering.
  • 1 cup green seedless grapes For layering.
  • 1 cup black seedless grapes For layering.
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese Cut into squares for layering.
  • 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese Cut into squares for layering.
  • 4 ounces mild or medium cheddar cheese Cut into squares for layering.
  • ½ cup fresh cranberries Used for decoration and snacking.
  • 1-2 pieces star fruits Sliced for topping.
  • 1 cup assorted nuts Used for decoration and snacking.
  • 1 piece green kiwi fruit Sliced for shaping the top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Create the Tree Shape: Make the outline of the tree using the rosemary sprigs, arranging them wider as you go down.
  2. Add the Trunk: Use the celery stalk at the bottom for the trunk of the tree, ensuring it is sturdy.
  3. Layer the Ingredients: Start layering from the bottom with sharp cheddar cheese, followed by red grapes, Monterey Jack cheese, green grapes, mild cheddar, and black grapes.
  4. Shape the Top: Use the slices of kiwi to shape the top of the tree.
  5. Add the Star: Place a slice of star fruit at the top.
  6. Sprinkle Surroundings: Decorate around the tree with cranberries and assorted nuts.
  7. Serve Ready: Assemble up to four hours before serving, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for better taste and longevity. Mix textures for interest, and feel free to swap out ingredients based on preferences.