Description
Create a stunning and festive Charcuterie Tree that serves 20 guests, perfect for parties and holiday gatherings. This no-cook recipe features an assortment of meats, cheeses, olives, tomatoes, and crackers beautifully arranged on a cone form with rosemary sprigs for a fresh, natural look.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 7 ounces salami slices
- 4 ounces pepperoni slices
Cheeses
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (for star cut outs)
- 8 ounces colby jack cheese (cut in cubes)
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese (cut in cubes)
- 4 ounces parmesan cheese (for the star topper)
Produce
- 12 ounces canned whole black olives (drained)
- 8 ounces canned whole green olives (drained)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 6-8 sprigs fresh rosemary
Other
- 12 ounces crackers (assorted varieties/flavors)
Instructions
- Draw Spiral Guide: Using a pencil, draw a spiral line from the top of the cone down to the base by turning the cone as you draw, or alternatively, draw diagonal lines to mark where skewers will be placed.
- Cut Cheese Stars: Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from the cheddar cheese slices, and a large star cutter to create a tree topper from the parmesan cheese slice.
- Skewer Ingredients: Thread charcuterie items onto toothpicks, combining ingredients like salami and cheese or single items as desired to create variety and texture.
- Assemble on Cone: Attach the skewers along the pencil lines on the cone, starting from the top downwards to form a layered tree shape.
- Fill Gaps: Insert rosemary sprigs between skewers to fill any empty spaces and add a fresh, evergreen look to the charcuterie tree.
Notes
- Use a foam or styrofoam cone form as the base for easy skewer placement.
- Make sure to drain olives thoroughly to avoid sogginess.
- Customize with your favorite meats, cheeses, and garnishes according to preference.
- Use sturdy crackers that won’t easily break when lifted from the tree.
- This is a no-cook recipe, making it quick and easy to prepare for any occasion.
