Santa Charcuterie Board
Create some holiday magic this year with this Santa charcuterie board! Using ingredients such as tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and pepperoni, it's a delicious and fun way to celebrate with friends and family.
Santa Charcuterie Board
Spread holiday cheer with this Santa Claus charcuterie board!
This fun and festive appetizer is perfect for holiday gatherings.
It's easy to make and great for sharing.
Whether you're hosting a party or bringing a dish to a potluck, this Santa-themed charcuterie board is the perfect addition to your holidays.
Ingredients for Santa Charcuterie Board
Large round platter or cutting board: Choose a large and sturdy surface to hold all your ingredients.
Round container hummus: Choose your favorite flavor of hummus.
Cherry or grape tomatoes: Choose ripe and firm tomatoes.
Black & green olives
Mozzarella pearls: These small, round mozzarella balls resemble little snowballs, perfect for creating Santa’s jolly face.
Red bell pepper, sliced
Sliced pepperoni
Cauliflower floret: Use a large piece to represent the pom-pom of Santa's hat.
Small cucumber, sliced
Green & red grapes: Make sure they are fresh and firm.
Dried cranberries
Cashews
Crackers: Choose a variety of shapes and flavors that complement the cheeses and meats.
Fresh rosemary sprigs
How to Make Santa Charcuterie Board
Start by taking the lid off the hummus and smoothing out the surface. Then, place the hummus container in the middle of the platter.
For Santa's nose, add a tomato on top of the hummus.
Using a small knife or kitchen scissors, cut two tiny circles from a black olive. Press each olive piece into a mozzarella pearl to make Santa's eyes and place them on the hummus.
Next, arrange the rest of the mozzarella pearls around the hummus and at the bottom to create Santa’s beard.
To make Santa's hat, outline the shape with red bell pepper strips. Fill in the hat with the remaining tomatoes and pepperoni slices. Add a cauliflower floret on one side of the hat to be the pom-pom.
After that, arrange the remaining ingredients around Santa's face and hat in a way that looks nice. Add some fresh rosemary sprigs around Santa's face for a festive touch.
Serve the charcuterie board with your favorite crackers, bread, or crostini.
Enjoy this delightful Santa Claus Charcuterie Board at your holiday gatherings—it’s sure to bring smiles and joy to everyone at the table!
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Santa Charcuterie Board
Here's some tips for helping you make this Santa charcuterie board:
Prep Ingredients Ahead of Time: Wash and cut all your veggies, fruits, and cheeses the night before. Then, you just need to assemble the charcuterie board on the day of.
Use Pre-sliced Items: Buy pre-sliced cheese and deli meats to cut down on prep time.
Make a Template for Santa's Face: Use a plate or a piece of parchment paper as a guide to outline Santa’s face and hat shape. This can help you arrange the items more quickly and accurately.
Mix Up the Veggies and Fruits: Feel free to swap out tomatoes and bell peppers for other red items like strawberries or red grapes.
Santa's Beard: Use small pretzels or popcorn for Santa’s beard if you’re looking for a change from mozzarella pearls.
Serve with Fun Dips: Have a variety of dips available to go around the board. Hummus, guacamole, and ranch dip can give your guests more choices.
How to Store Leftovers
If you have leftovers, make sure they weren't out for longer than about 2 hours. If they've been out longer than that, it's best to throw the leftovers away.
For storing any leftovers, start by putting each type of food into its own container. Use clean, airtight containers and keep them in the fridge.
Any cheese, meats and fruit from the board should be eaten within three to four days.
Crackers should be kept in a sealed bag to stay crunchy.
If you have any dips or spreads, keep them in their own containers.
What to Serve with Santa Charcuterie Board
Here are some ideas on items you could either add to the board or serve alongside it.
Assorted Cheeses: Include a variety of cheeses such as brie, cheddar, gouda, and blue cheese.
Cured Meats: Add salami, prosciutto, chorizo, and other cured meats.
Fresh Fruits: Incorporate grapes, berries, apple slices, and figs.
Crackers and Bread: Offer a selection of crackers, breadsticks, and sliced baguettes for guests to pair with the cheeses and meats.
Nuts and Seeds: Place small bowls of almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds around the board.
Olives and Pickles: Add a variety of olives and pickles.
Dips and Spreads: Serve hummus, mustard, honey, and jam as complements to the cheeses and meats.
Vegetables: Include sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper strips.
Santa Claus Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- 1 large round platter or cutting board
- 1 round container hummus
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
- ½ cup black olives
- 1 to 2 cups mozzarella pearls
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 large cauliflower floret
- 1 small cucumber sliced
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1 cup red grapes
- ½ cup green olives
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup cashews
- Crackers
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the lid from the hummus and smooth the surface. Place the container of hummus on the platter.
- On the hummus, place one tomato to be the nose. Using a small knife or kitchen shears, cut two tiny circular shapes from a black olive. Press on black olive piece into a mozzarella pearl. Repeat with the second black olive piece and another mozzarella pearl. Place these as Santa’s eyes.
- Under the hummus and around the sides, arrange the remaining mozzarella pearls as Santa’s beard.
- Arrange the red bell pepper strips into the outline of Santa’s hat. Inside the hat, place the remaining tomatoes and pepperoni. On one side of Santa’s hat, place the cauliflower floret as the pom pom.
- Arrange the remaining ingredients around Santa's face and hat, creating a visually appealing pattern.
- Garnish the board with fresh rosemary sprigs, tucking them around Santa's face for a festive touch.
- Serve the charcuterie board alongside your favorite crackers, bread, or crostini.
- Enjoy this delightful and visually stunning Santa Claus Charcuterie Board at your holiday gatherings, bringing smiles and joy to everyone around the table!
Notes
Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you've used.