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Beautiful Thanksgiving charcuterie board with cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal fruits.

Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Create a festive turkey-shaped charcuterie board that’s perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings. This board combines a mix of cheese, meats, fruits, and stylish decor to delight your guests while keeping your preparation easy and breezy.


Ingredients

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Turkey Body Ingredients

  • 1 piece pear (To serve as the turkey body)
  • 1 small round brie cheese or cheese ball (Optional, can use just the pear)
  • 2 pieces pretzel sticks or carrot sticks (For turkey legs)
  • 1 piece black olive or clove (For turkey eyes)
  • 1 tiny triangle red pepper (For turkey beak)

Cheeses

  • 2-3 ounces cheddar cheese (Sharp cheddar for color and flavor)
  • 2-3 ounces brie cheese (Special pairing with jam)
  • 2-3 ounces smoked gouda (For a cozy, savory flavor)
  • 2-3 ounces pepper jack (For a kick)

Meats

  • 2 ounces salami (Folded into decorative shapes)
  • 2 ounces prosciutto (Arranged in ribbons)
  • 2 ounces turkey slices (Deli-style, folded)
  • 2 ounces pepperoni (Optional choice for additional flavor)

Crackers

  • 4-6 pieces butter crackers (Simple and delicious)
  • 2-3 pieces seeded crisps (For crunch and variety)

Fruits

  • 1 cup red grapes (Easy grabbing)
  • 1 cup green grapes (For color and freshness)
  • 1 cup apple slices (For crispness)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds (Optional, for a pop of color)
  • 1 cup dried apricots (For natural sweetness)

Nuts and Extras

  • 1 cup almonds (For additional crunch)
  • 1 cup pecans (Optional choice)
  • 1 cup dark chocolate (For a sweet touch)
  • 1 cup candy corn (Seasonal treat)
  • 1 cup olives (For savory contrast)

Condiments

  • 1 tablespoon mustard (For tanginess)
  • 1 tablespoon fig jam (For sweetness)

Instructions

Build the Turkey

  1. Place the pear in the center of the board as the turkey body.
  2. Add a small round of brie cheese or cheese ball in front of the pear for additional decor.
  3. Use a black olive or a clove for the eyes and a tiny triangle of red pepper for the beak.
  4. Stick pretzel sticks or carrot sticks below for legs if desired.

Arranging the Feathers

  1. Start with folded salami or turkey slices to create the first row.
  2. Layer cheese slices or cubes in the second row.
  3. Arrange crackers in a line for the third row.
  4. Add grapes and apple slices for the fourth row.
  5. Fill in gaps with nuts and dried fruits.

Notes

Make sure to keep the board full and balanced, using a variety of colors and textures. Store any leftover items properly and remember to serve chilled.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Cuisine: American, Thanksgiving

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 12
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