This is a very simple and easy to make board for an intimate New Year’s Eve gathering. You can easily adjust this small New Year’s Eve board with different ingredients or make it larger. The key to this board is the simple brie wheel in the center with paper hands to represent the ticking clock.
Make this board on a small circular charcuterie board and surround your brie with your favorite ingredients.
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Why You’ll Love this Board
This charming little New Year’s Eve charcuterie board is the perfect way to ring in the new year with a touch of elegance and fun. Simple yet festive, it’s filled with a balanced mix of textures and flavors that are sure to please your guests. The creamy, rich brie pairs wonderfully with the sharpness of cheddar cheese, while the sweet pop of pomegranate seeds and raspberries adds a refreshing burst of flavor. The peanuts bring a satisfying crunch, and the crackers offer the perfect vehicle for all the delicious bites.
What makes this board even more fun is its clock-inspired presentation. The circular shape mimics a clock, and the clever addition of clock hands made from black paper or icing adds a playful New Year’s Eve twist. It’s a great way to mark the passing hours while serving up tasty treats everyone will enjoy. The simplicity of this board also allows you to customize it with your favorite ingredients, making it both flexible and easy to assemble.
Ingredients for this How to Make a Small New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
This small board only has a few ingredients so choose your favorites for this board!
Here are the ingredients I used:
- Brie Round
- Cheddar Cheese
- Crackers
- Pomegranates
- Raspberries
- Peanuts
How to Assemble this How to Make a Small New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
To assemble this small New Year’s Eve charcuterie board, start with your brie. Place the brie in the center of the charcuterie board. I prefer to use a circular board as it adds to the sense of a clock.
To make the clock hands, cut small arrows from black paper. You can also use black icing to draw arrows or even numbers on the brie.
Collect the rest of your ingredients and place them in piles around the brie. Divide up different colors, textures and sizes to add interest to the board.
For extra fun cut some cheese stars and place them around your board.
Tips for Making a New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
Go for Festive Themes: Incorporate elements that reflect the New Year’s Eve vibe, such as clock-inspired decorations or a sparkly garnish. Use edible items like blackberries, pomegranate seeds, or gold-colored crackers for a celebratory touch.
Balance Flavors and Textures: Mix sweet, savory, and crunchy elements. Include creamy cheeses (like brie), sharp cheeses (like cheddar), fresh fruits, nuts, and crunchy crackers for a variety of textures and tastes.
Use a Circular Board: A round board not only looks visually appealing but also helps in creating a clock-like arrangement, adding a playful and thematic touch to your presentation.
Plan Portions Wisely: Since New Year’s Eve parties are often filled with other appetizers and drinks, keep the board small but packed with flavor, focusing on bite-sized, easy-to-eat items like small crackers, fruits, and nuts.
Prep Ahead: Assemble your board a few hours in advance and cover it to keep everything fresh. This saves time, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without stress. Just add the final touches like clock hands or numbers before serving.
How to Make a Small New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board Recipe
Small New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
Equipment
- Small Round Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- Brie Round
- Cheddar Cheese
- Crackers
- Pomegranates
- Raspberries
- Peanuts
Instructions
- To assemble this small New Year’s Eve charcuterie board, start with your brie. Place the brie in the center of the charcuterie board. I prefer to use a circular board as it adds to the sense of a clock.
- To make the clock hands, cut small arrows from black paper. You can also use black icing to draw arrows or even numbers on the brie.
- Collect the rest of your ingredients and place them in piles around the brie. Divide up different colors, textures and sizes to add interest to the board.
Small New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
Equipment
- Small Round Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- Brie Round
- Cheddar Cheese
- Crackers
- Pomegranates
- Raspberries
- Peanuts
Instructions
- To assemble this small New Year’s Eve charcuterie board, start with your brie. Place the brie in the center of the charcuterie board. I prefer to use a circular board as it adds to the sense of a clock.
- To make the clock hands, cut small arrows from black paper. You can also use black icing to draw arrows or even numbers on the brie.
- Collect the rest of your ingredients and place them in piles around the brie. Divide up different colors, textures and sizes to add interest to the board.
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