Looking for Thanksgiving Board Ideas? Thanksgiving is one of the best times of year to try a fun board.
Nothing says Thanksgiving like gathering around a beautiful grazing board filled with delicious bites to enjoy before the big meal. From classic spreads to fun, turkey-shaped boards, these Thanksgiving charcuterie board ideas are full of fresh, seasonal ingredients that will keep your hungry guests happy until the turkey and potatoes hit the table.
Click the links below for ingredient lists, inspiration, and ways to customize each Thanksgiving board idea:
- Charcuterie Board Ideas
- Small Charcuterie Board Ideas
- Best Fall Charcuterie Boards
- Tips for Creating Charcuterie Boards for Thanksgiving
How to Make the Perfect Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board
Even if you’re working with what you have on hand, you can create a stunning and delicious Thanksgiving charcuterie board. Here are our top tips:
- Start with a beautiful base: Choose a wooden or slate board that fits your crowd size and style.
- Mix up the meats: Add an assortment of cured meats like prosciutto, salami, and chorizo for rich, savory flavor.
- Offer a variety of cheeses: Include soft, semi-soft, and hard cheeses—think Brie, cheddar, gouda, and blue cheese—and don’t forget the cheese knives!
- Add condiments and spreads: Whole-grain mustard, honey, fig jam, and cranberry sauce pair perfectly with meats and cheeses.
- Incorporate fruits: Use seasonal options such as grapes, apple slices, and pear wedges, along with dried figs, apricots, and dates for sweetness.
- Include breads and crackers: Offer an assortment like baguette slices, artisan crackers, and breadsticks.
- Sprinkle in nuts and olives: Roasted almonds, walnuts, and mixed olives add texture and a salty crunch.
- Garnish with herbs: Fresh rosemary and thyme enhance both the look and aroma of your board.
- Balance with veggies: Add color and freshness with cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, and cucumber slices.
- Arrange thoughtfully: Fold or fan out meats, vary textures and colors, and create a visually appealing flow.
- Label your selections: Small name tags for cheeses, meats, and dips make it easy for guests to choose.
- Serve at the right temperature: Let the board sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Be mindful of dietary needs: Offer a few vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free options.
- Have fun and get creative: Play with shapes, colors, and seasonal touches—there’s no wrong way to build your board!
- Keep it fresh: Refill items as needed so your board stays full and inviting throughout the day.
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.
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.
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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