Sleigh Ride Charcuterie Board

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This festive board combines aged cheddar, brie, gouda, and blue cheese with an assortment of prosciutto, salami, and smoked ham. Complemented by crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks, it’s adorned with red and green grapes, pears, pomegranate seeds, and dried apricots. Candied pecans, olives, and cornichons add texture and flavor, while fresh rosemary and thyme bring a wintry aroma. Ideal for easy assembly and vibrant presentation, it’s perfect for sharing at any holiday event.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:29:00 GMT
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A festive and visually stunning charcuterie board inspired by winter sleigh rides, featuring an array of artisan cheeses, cured meats, seasonal fruits, and wintry accompaniments—perfect for holiday gatherings.

This charcuterie board brings the cozy charm of winter sleigh rides straight to your table making holiday hosting effortless and festive.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar sliced 150 g brie cut into wedges 120 g blue cheese crumbled 120 g gouda cubed
  • Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto 100 g salami sliced 80 g smoked ham rolled
  • Crackers & Breads: 1 baguette sliced 100 g assorted crackers 60 g breadsticks
  • Seasonal Fruits: 1 cup red grapes halved 1 cup green grapes 2 pears thinly sliced 1 pomegranate seeded 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • Accents & Garnishes: 1/2 cup candied pecans 1/3 cup olives (green and black mix) 1/4 cup cornichons 1/4 cup whole grain mustard Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1:
Select a large wooden board or platter Arrange cheeses evenly spacing them for easy access
Step 2:
Fan out cured meats around the cheeses folding or rolling for presentation
Step 3:
Place crackers bread slices and breadsticks in small clusters or baskets
Step 4:
Distribute fresh and dried fruits filling in gaps and balancing color across the board
Step 5:
Add candied pecans olives and cornichons in small bowls or directly on the board
Step 6:
Place a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the meats
Step 7:
Garnish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a wintry touch
Step 8:
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving
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This charcuterie board has become our family's holiday staple bringing everyone together with its festive charm and delicious variety.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Small bowls for condiments Cheese knives Small tongs or toothpicks

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheeses) tree nuts (pecans) gluten (bread crackers) and may contain sulfites (cured meats dried fruits) Check all ingredient labels for allergen information and potential cross-contamination

Nutritional Information

Calories 340 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 31 g Protein 13 g

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Delicious Sleigh Ride Charcuterie, featuring cured meats, grapes, and a vibrant spread for a winter treat. | saffronmoss.com

A simple elegant board that captures the spirit of winter entertaining with minimal effort and maximum wow factor

Sleigh Ride Charcuterie Board

Artisan cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal fruits arranged for festive holiday celebrations.

Prep Steps Duration
25 min
0
Overall Time Required
25 min
Created by Leah Winslow


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Servings Made 9 Number of Portions

Diet Preferences Meat-Free

List of Ingredients

Cheeses

01 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 5.3 oz brie, cut into wedges
03 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 4.2 oz gouda, cubed

Cured Meats

01 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 3.5 oz salami, sliced
03 2.8 oz smoked ham, rolled

Crackers & Breads

01 1 baguette, sliced
02 3.5 oz assorted crackers
03 2.1 oz breadsticks

Seasonal Fruits

01 1 cup red grapes, halved
02 1 cup green grapes
03 2 pears, thinly sliced
04 1 pomegranate, seeded
05 0.5 cup dried apricots

Accents & Garnishes

01 0.5 cup candied pecans
02 0.33 cup mixed green and black olives
03 0.25 cup cornichons
04 0.25 cup whole grain mustard
05 Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for garnish

How to Make It

Step 01

Prepare Base: Select a large wooden board or platter and arrange cheeses evenly with spaces for accessibility.

Step 02

Arrange Meats: Fan out cured meats around the cheeses, folding or rolling them for an appealing presentation.

Step 03

Add Crackers and Breads: Place crackers, sliced baguette, and breadsticks in small clusters or baskets adjacent to meats and cheeses.

Step 04

Incorporate Fruits: Distribute fresh and dried fruits evenly across the board, filling gaps and balancing colors.

Step 05

Add Accents: Place candied pecans, olives, and cornichons in small bowls or directly on the board as accents.

Step 06

Include Condiments: Position a small bowl of whole grain mustard near the meat selection for added flavor.

Step 07

Garnish: Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to evoke a wintry ambiance.

Step 08

Serve or Store: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving to maintain freshness.

Equipment List

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls for condiments
  • Cheese knives
  • Small tongs or toothpicks

Allergy Details

Double-check each ingredient for allergens. Ask your doctor if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy, tree nuts, gluten, and potential sulfites; verify all ingredient labels for allergen information.

Nutrition Info (per serving)

Only use this info for reference—it won't replace expert advice.
  • Calorie Content: 340
  • Amount of Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrate: 31 g
  • Protein Amount: 13 g