Nothing says Thanksgiving like a delicious grazing board to gather around and enjoy a snack before the big meal. Below you can see our top Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board ideas from classic boards to funny little turkey shaped board ideas. These boards are full of fresh and delicious foods and can help get your hungry family and friends through the day until you serve up your turkey and potatoes.
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Tips for Creating Charcuterie Boards for Thanksgiving
While you can find specific Thanksgiving board ideas below, you can also make a charcuterie board using ingredients you have on hand or with a few favorites picked out from the store. Here are our top tips for making the perfect Thanksgiving Charcuterie board!
- Start with a quality base: Choose a wooden or slate board or platter. The size will depend on your guest count and the amount of food you want to serve.
- Select a variety of meats: Include a mix of cured meats such as prosciutto, salami, and chorizo to bring rich, savory flavors to the board.
- Pick a range of cheeses: Offer a balance of soft, semi-soft, and hard cheeses like Brie, cheddar, gouda, and blue cheese. Be sure to include cheese knives for easy serving.
- Add condiments and spreads: Enhance the board with whole-grain mustard, honey, fig jam, or cranberry sauce, which pair well with both meats and cheeses.
- Incorporate fresh and dried fruits: Use seasonal fruits such as grapes, apple slices, and pear wedges, along with dried options like apricots, figs, and dates, to add sweetness and freshness.
- Offer a selection of bread and crackers: Include a variety of options like baguette slices, whole-grain crackers, and breadsticks to complement the meats and cheeses.
- Add nuts and olives: Roasted almonds, walnuts, and a variety of olives provide a salty and crunchy element.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Use fresh rosemary or thyme to not only enhance the aroma but also elevate the board’s visual appeal.
- Include colorful vegetables: Balance the rich items with fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, and cucumber slices.
- Thoughtful arrangement: Arrange items with aesthetics in mind. Fan out meats, fold or roll slices, and create interesting shapes with cheeses. Consider the balance of colors and textures for a visually appealing board.
- Label the items: Use small signs to label cheeses, meats, and condiments so guests know what they’re enjoying.
- Serve at the right temperature: Take the board out of the fridge 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop and the cheeses to soften.
- Accommodate dietary needs: Be mindful of any dietary restrictions by including vegetarian, gluten-free, or other alternatives as necessary.
- Get creative and have fun: Experiment with different flavor combinations and arrangements. A charcuterie board is as much about creativity as it is taste.
- Replenish throughout the event: Keep an eye on the board, replenishing items as needed to ensure it remains full and inviting throughout the celebration.
Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Ideas
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to serve up a charcuterie board. Whether you plan to make a traditional board or a creative turkey charcuterie board, we’ve got lots of thanks charcuterie board ideas to get you started.
Medium Charcuterie Board for Fall
This medium sized charcuterie board is perfect for Thanksgiving. Make this board early in the day and let people snack withoutout eating a large meal before the big event. Most of the food on this board will can sit out for an hour or two and you can keep adding and replacing as people eat.
Medium Sized Charcuterie Board
I originally made this board for a fall birthday party, but it makes the perfect Thanksgiving board as well. Add a few decorative gourds and you have a delicious and seasonal board that is big enough for a medium sized gathering!
Baked Brie Charcuterie Board
This baked brie pumpkin charcuterie board is a fun Thanksgiving board. Keep it autumnal with sage leaves and mini gourds and serve this up alongside your other thanksgiving appetizers.
Thanksgiving Charcuterie Cups
Make these individual and fun Thanksgiving Charcuterie cups as the perfect snack before the big meal. You can make these as fun and personal as you like. These are perfect if you have people with a lot of dietary restrictions! You can easily personalize these boards to add another fun element to your gathering.
Funny Little Turkey Charcuterie Board
This funny little bird is an easy and excellent thanksgiving charcuterie board is you are looking for a small snack before dinner, or want a creative way to get your kids to eat some veggies on Thanksgiving.
Caramel Apple Charcuterie Board
Creating this delightful board is a joy, and savoring its contents is an even more delightful experience! Stacked with apples, caramel, and various toppings, it’s a perfect autumn treat for everyone to enjoy, as they can personally dip their apples. Crafting this board is a quick task, and it’s sure to please any gathering immediately!
Fall Charcuterie Board
This fall charcuterie board is loaded with ingredients with fall colors and textures. Add some decorative gourds to your boards and select orange and yellows to make your board fit into fall. This is a fun and festive charcuterie board for Thanksgiving.
Mediterannean Charcuterie Board
This slightly more traditional charcuterie board combines foods found along the Mediterranean. Create a classic charcuterie board to serve before Thanksgiving dinner to spice things up a bit.
Turkey Shaped Charcuterie Board
This turkey shaped charcuterie board uses a pear as the turkey body. Get creative and surround your turkey body with cheese, fruit and vegetables and serve it up as a Thanksgiving appetizer.
Dairy Free Charcuterie Board
Even if you don’t have someone joining your for Thanksgiving who needs a dairy-free board,this board is perfect for the holidays. Instead of cheese, choose some classic charcuterie board dips like hummus.
Simple Charcuterie Board
This simple an elegant charcuterie board is a refreshing board to serve up before Thanksgiving dinner. Add a few sweets like fresh blackberries and chocolate for a one-of-a-kind charcuterie board.
Foccacia Charcuterie Board
Looking for Thanksgiving charcuterie board ideas that can be served during dinner? Why not try this edible foccaciaa charcuterie board. Decorate your bread with cheese and veggies and make this showstopper a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal.
Cornucopia Charcuterie Board
Mark the season’s abundance with a cornucopia charcuterie board tailored for fall. Shape the cornucopia with ease using puff pastry and adorn it with your chosen ingredients, arranged to overflow from the horn of plenty for a festive touch.
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