This Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board on a Grazing Table is a festive appetizer board idea and a Christmas party snack that’s great to serve for a crowd. It combines savory meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and crackers—all arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree.

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If you’re wondering how much you’ll need, it depends on the number of guests and the size of your board or table. Personally, I like to buy extra ingredients so I can refill the board as it empties (or serve some additional goodies on the side).

If you’re looking to add even more holiday treats to your table, you might also want to try my Sweet Holiday Turtles or Colorful Gum Drop Fudge.

How to Make a Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board on a Grazing Table

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

Sliced salami (thin-sliced Italian dry & peppered)
Sliced prosciutto
Salami-wrapped mozzarella
Prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella
Brie cheese (one round, one wedge)
Boursin spreadable cheese
Marinated mozzarella balls
Fresh mozzarella pearls
Pepper Jack & Colby Jack, cut into cubes
Grapes, raspberries, blackberries, dried apricots
Apples (sliced)
Olives
Mixed nuts
Chocolate-covered nuts
Crackers (variety pack)
Pretzel twists
Pretzel rods (for the tree trunk)
Jam or honey for drizzling
fresh rosemary for decoration

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Start by cutting your blocks of Pepper Jack and Colby Jack into 1-inch cubes. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to carve a star from the Brie round. Remove the center, fill it with cranberry sauce, jam, or honey.

2. Cut the pretzel rods in half and stack them to form the “trunk” of your tree. If needed, you can use some food-safe twine to hold the rods together, but a careful stack usually does the trick!

3. Layer slices of salami in a curved line, roll them up, and secure them with a toothpick to create roses. Vary the size by using more or fewer slices. Repeat for all your salami!

4. Lay down your grazing table paper or set up your board. Start by outlining the bottom of the tree with fresh rosemary. Stack the pretzels at the bottom for the trunk, and place the Brie star at the top of the tree. This will help you visualize the size of your tree.

5. Add the sliced salami, prosciutto, and mozzarella wraps next. I like to zigzag them down the tree, spreading them out for variety. The salami roses can act as little “ornaments” for added charm!

6. Place the crackers and pretzel twists around the board. I love using different types of crackers for texture and flavor variety!

7. Now, add the cubed cheeses and Brie wedges. Scatter them across the board to fill in any gaps. Mozzarella balls and pearls can be sprinkled around the edges for extra flair.

8. Add grapes, apples, raspberries, and blackberries to the remaining spaces, then fill in gaps with nuts and dried apricots.

9. Adjust the tree, adding more ingredients where needed to make it full and even. Garnish with fresh rosemary or herbs like sage or thyme for a festive, natural look. Finish with a drizzle of honey or jam on the cheeses.

Serve and Enjoy!

Important Recipe Notes

Let your cheeses sit at room temperature before assembling so the flavors are at their best.
Stack pretzel rods carefully for the tree trunk. If needed, use food-safe twine to hold them together.
You can change ingredients depending on your preferences. Sharp cheddar, Gouda, or Monterey Jack are great alternatives to Brie or Pepper Jack.
You can also add fresh veggies like cucumber, carrots, or bell peppers for a healthy crunch.
If you’re working with fresh fruits, add them just before serving so they stay fresh longer.
Keep extra jam and honey on the side for drizzling.

Prep Time:40

Total Time:40

Ingredients

Sliced salami (thin-sliced Italian dry & peppered)
Sliced prosciutto
Salami-wrapped mozzarella
Prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella
Brie cheese (one round, one wedge)
Boursin spreadable cheese
Marinated mozzarella balls
Fresh mozzarella pearls
Pepper Jack & Colby Jack, cut into cubes
Grapes, raspberries, blackberries, dried apricots
Apples (sliced)
Olives
Mixed nuts
Chocolate-covered nuts
Crackers (variety pack)
Pretzel twists
Pretzel rods (for the tree trunk)
Jam or honey for drizzling
Fresh rosemary for decoration

Instructions

Start by cutting your blocks of Pepper Jack and Colby Jack into 1-inch cubes. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to carve a star from the Brie round. Remove the center, fill it with cranberry sauce, jam, or honey.
Cut the pretzel rods in half and stack them to form the "trunk" of your tree. If needed, you can use some food-safe twine to hold the rods together, but a careful stack usually does the trick!
Layer slices of salami in a curved line, roll them up, and secure them with a toothpick to create roses. Vary the size by using more or fewer slices. Repeat for all your salami!
Lay down your grazing table paper or set up your board. Start by outlining the bottom of the tree with fresh rosemary. Stack the pretzels at the bottom for the trunk, and place the Brie star at the top of the tree. This will help you visualize the size of your tree.
Add the sliced salami, prosciutto, and mozzarella wraps next. I like to zigzag them down the tree, spreading them out for variety. The salami roses can act as little "ornaments" for added charm!
Place the crackers and pretzel twists around the board. I love using different types of crackers for texture and flavor variety!
Now, add the cubed cheeses and Brie wedges. Scatter them across the board to fill in any gaps.
Add grapes, apples, raspberries, and blackberries to the remaining spaces, then fill in gaps with nuts and dried apricots.
Adjust the tree, adding more ingredients where needed to make it full and even. Garnish with fresh rosemary or herbs like sage or thyme for a festive, natural look. Finish with a drizzle of honey or jam on the cheeses.