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The Homemade Way to Make Christmas Charcuterie Platter

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4. Make-Ahead, Storage & Serving Ideas

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How to Store, Freeze & Reheat

Serve this platter at room temperature for the best flavor, and let guests dig in right away. It’s perfect for Christmas parties, but also great for New Year’s Eve or any cozy winter gathering. Pair it with a sparkling wine or a spiced cider for a truly merry touch.

If you have leftovers, store the components separately—cheeses in parchment, meats in a sealed container, and fruits in a loose bag. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. To refresh, just let everything come to room temperature again and re-drizzle a little honey before serving.

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The Homemade Way to Make Christmas Charcuterie Platter
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The Homemade Way to Make Christmas Charcuterie Platter

This Christmas charcuterie platter is a festive, no-cook showstopper with salty prosciutto, creamy brie, sweet figs, and crunchy nuts. It's endlessly adaptable, so you can build it around what your family loves most.

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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time20 mins
Servings8 servings
CourseAppetizer & Side
Calories310 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Start with a large wooden board or platter. Place the brie wedge and cheddar cubes in opposite corners to anchor the board.
  2. Fold the prosciutto into loose ribbons and the salami into triangles, then arrange them in separate sections along the board's edges.
  3. Fill in the gaps with clusters of red grapes, dried figs, and marcona almonds, creating color contrast and easy grab spots.
  4. Drizzle honey over the brie and a few fig pieces for a sweet touch. Tuck fresh rosemary sprigs between the items for a festive look.
  5. Serve immediately with crackers or crostini on the side, and let guests build their own perfect bites.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

Always slice your cheeses at room temperature for the best flavor and texture—pull them out of the fridge 30 minutes before assembling. Leftover platter parts keep in the fridge for up to 3 days; store cheeses wrapped in parchment, meats in airtight containers, and grapes loosely covered.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 310 kcalProtein: 14gCarbs: 18gFat: 21gFiber: 3g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.