This caprese Christmas tree board is easy to make, delicious and a fun addition to any holiday celebration. The vibrant red, green and white on the board makes it really stand out and it can be served as an appetizer at a Holiday party or even as a side dish for Christmas dinner. You can put this board together in under 5 minutes, or make it ahead and keep it cool until serving. Below you can see exactly how to make this caprese Christmas tree board.
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Why You’ll Love this Board
This festive charcuterie board is a perfect blend of simplicity, flavor, and holiday cheer! Made with fresh, vibrant ingredients like mozzarella slices, basil leaves, and juicy red tomatoes, it beautifully combines the classic Caprese flavors into an eye-catching tree-shaped design. The optional addition of mozzarella balls and a sprinkle of parmesan “snow” takes the presentation to the next level. Plus, it’s customizable—add crackers, olives, or other cheeses to make it your own.
Whether served as a party appetizer or a centerpiece at your holiday table, this board is sure to impress your guests and bring a delicious touch of Christmas spirit!
Ingredients for a Caprese Christmas Tree Board
This board is made with just a few ingredients including:
- Mozzarella cheese cut into slices
- Fresh Basil
- Tomatoes (red) cut into slices
- Mozzarella Cheese Balls (optional)
- Parmesan for the snow
You can easily add other ingredients to make this board more robust including different types of cheese, crackers, bread, olives, and more. See our favorite charcuterie board ingredients for more ideas.
How to Assemble a Caprese Christmas Tree Board
To assemble this board, choose a medium sized charcuterie board.
Prepare your ingredients by cutting the cheese and tomatoes into slices and pulling off your basil leaves.
Lay the ingredients on the board starting at the bottom of the tree and alternating the ingredients. Build your tree up one row at a time.
For the star, cut a star for the top of the tree from a piece of mozzarella cheese. Cut a trunk with another slice of cheese.
Optional: sprinkle with parmesan for the snow, add small caprese balls for the ground, and add a little balsamic vinegar.
How to Serve a Caprese Christmas Tree Board
Serve this board immediately, or put it in the fridge for a day to keep it cool.
This board is best served alongside bread or crackers as an appetizer or served at the table where people can put the food right on a plate. You will want to serve it with a spoon or spatula to easily pick up the slices of food.
Caprese Christmas Tree Board Recipe
Caprese Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
Equipment
- Medium Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- Mozzarella cheese cut into slices
- Fresh Basil
- Tomatoes red cut into slices
- Mozzarella Cheese Balls optional
- Parmesan for the snow
Instructions
- To assemble this board, choose a medium sized charcuterie board.
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting the cheese and tomatoes into slices and pulling off your basil leaves.
- Lay the ingredients on the board starting at the bottom of the tree and alternating the ingredients. Build your tree up one row at a time.
- For the star, cut a star for the top of the tree from a piece of mozzarella cheese. Cut a trunk with another slice of cheese.
- Optional: sprinkle with parmesan for the snow, add small caprese balls for the ground, and add a little balsamic vinegar.
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