Description
This Fall Charcuterie Board is the ultimate autumn appetizer, featuring a delicious mix of meats, cheeses, seasonal fruits, nuts, and sweet treats. With warm colors and cozy flavors, it’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or any fall celebration. Easy to assemble and guaranteed to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Cheeses (choose 3–4):
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Aged cheddar
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Brie or camembert
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Gouda (smoked or regular)
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Blue cheese or gorgonzola
Meats (choose 2–3):
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Prosciutto
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Salami
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Soppressata or peppered turkey slices
Fruits:
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Apple slices (tossed in lemon juice)
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Pear slices
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Red or green grapes
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Dried cranberries
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Dried apricots
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Figs or fig jam
Nuts & Crunch:
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Candied pecans or walnuts
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Roasted almonds
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Pumpkin seeds
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Multigrain crackers
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Sliced baguette or crostini
Extras:
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Honey or hot honey
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Whole grain mustard
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Dark chocolate squares or chocolate-covered almonds
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Mini pumpkins or fall leaves (for decoration)
Instructions
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Choose a large wooden board or platter as your base.
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Place cheeses around the board, spacing them out for visual balance.
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Fold or roll deli meats and arrange them between the cheeses.
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Fill in spaces with fresh and dried fruits.
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Add piles of nuts, seeds, and crackers throughout the board.
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Place small bowls or ramekins of honey, jam, and mustard.
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Finish with sweet elements like chocolate and decorative touches like mini pumpkins.
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Serve immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
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Let cheeses sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
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Add warm elements like baked brie or apple butter if serving at home.
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Make it your own! Swap in seasonal favorites like cranberry goat cheese or maple pecans.