This candy cane charcuterie board is filled with sweet and savory treats and arranged to look like the classic Christmas candy. Perfect for holiday snacking!

Candy Cane Christmas Charcuterie Board

It’s that time of year again…holiday party season!

This candy cane charcuterie board is a beautiful Christmas appetizer that is made with simple ingredients and is surprisingly easy to prepare. It is a blend of sweet and savory flavors and arranged to look like a red and white striped candy cane. Tell me this isn’t the perfect appetizer for the holidays!

Inspired by the iconic Christmas candy, this creative arrangement features a medley of sweet and savory snacks, perfectly capturing the spirit of the season.

Creamy cheeses, flavorful cured meats, and festive fruits and crunchy nuts are sure to tantalize every taste bud. With its eye-catching design and irresistible combination of flavors, this candy cane charcuterie board is the perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering.

So gather your ingredients and unleash your creativity with this show-stopping holiday platter that will delight your guests and transform your Christmas festivities into a truly memorable occasion!

Ingredients

4 prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella, cut in half
4 Soppressata wrapped mozzarella, cut in half
4 pepperoni-wrapped mozzarella, cut in half
6-8 Cubes of Cheddar Cheese
6-8 Cubes of Colby Jack Cheese
6-8 Cubes of Fontina, Pepper Jack Cheese
1 cup of Fresh Mozzarella cheese pearls
1 cup Fresh raspberries
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
3/4 cup Green Olives
3/4 cup Kalamata Olives

Note: Our ingredient list is merely a suggestion and you’re welcome to use any red ingredients or white ingredients that you prefer or have on hand. I have substitution ideas in the “Prep Tips” section later in the blog post.

Optional Accompaniments

1/2 cup Pepper Jelly
Cinnamon candy
Ritz wheat crackers

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Helpful Kitchen Supplies

Instructions

Use an edible marker and trace out the candy cane shape on your charcuterie tray or on a piece of parchment paper that is covering your tray. Build your cheese and tomato skewers and place them on the tray, spaced apart about 2 inches.
Fill in 3 sections with rolled-up slices of cured meats.
Fill in 2 sections with cheese cubes.
Place olives at the top of the candy cane and the bottom of the candy cane and outline the entire shape with red raspberries.

Prep Tips

Sauces – Our candy cane cheese board is pictured with pepper jelly, which is both sweet and spicy. You’ve got to try our recipe for homemade jalapeño pepper jelly…it’s amazing and surprisingly simple to make! Other dipping sauces and spreads that could work well here: raspberry jam, mustard, or honey.
Cheese – Most of the cheese shown on our board is mozzarella balls, both plain, and wrapped in cured meats. I like mozzarella because it is a mild cheese and the white color is perfect for a candy cane themed dish. You could alternatively use white cheddar, goat cheese, or any other type of white cheese that you like.
Meats – We used a variety of cured meats for our candy cane snack board, but you are welcome to use your own favorites if you want something different than the options listed in the ingredients. Salami would be another good option.
Fruit – We used red raspberries to form the outline of our candy cane. You could use another type of red fruit if you like, such as fresh strawberries, fresh cranberries, or real cherries.
Olives – If olives aren’t your thing, you can substitute them with something else. Nuts and dried fruits would be a great option. Almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews, you name it!
Crackers – We didn’t put a lot of crackers on our board, so you could really see the candy cane itself. When serving, I recommend having a plate of more crackers, pretzels, baguette slices, etc. to go with your meats and cheeses.
Garnishes – You can add a festive touch to your board with green herbs, such as fresh basil leaves or sprigs of rosemary. I think the rosemary looks a lot like pine needles!

Frequently Asked Questions

How Far In Advance Can You Make A Charcuterie Board?

You can make a charcuterie board up to 24 hours in advance. However, it is best to assemble the board no more than a few hours before serving to ensure that everything remains fresh and flavorful.

Here’s a breakdown of what you can do in advance:

24 hours in advance – Prepare meats and cheeses by slicing and cutting them into the desired shapes and sizes.
4 hours before serving – Assemble the board by arranging the meats, cheeses, fruits, crackers on the board, as shown in the photos above.
Immediately before serving – Incorporate fresh ingredients such as herbs, so they don’t have time to wilt. Add garnishes and dipping sauces to the platter.

How Long Can A Charcuterie Board Sit Out At Room Temperature?

Be sure to store the assembled charcuterie board in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness, until you are ready to serve. The completed charcuterie board should not stay out at room temperature for more than 2 hours, due to the perishable ingredients.

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Candy Cane Charcuterie Board

This candy cane charcuterie board is filled with sweet and savory treats and arranged to look like the classic Christmas candy. Perfect for holiday snacking!

Prep Time30

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: charcuterie, Christmas, holiday

Servings:

Calories: 224kcal

Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Cost: $50

Equipment

1 Large serving platter
Parchment paper
Edible marker
Appetizer skewers