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Halloween Charcuterie Board Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Create a spooky and festive Halloween Charcuterie Board featuring a Brie wheel decorated with a Jack Skellington face, surrounded by a variety of cheeses, berries, cured meats, crackers, pretzels, and Halloween-themed candies. This easy-to-assemble platter is perfect for Halloween parties and gatherings, combining savory and sweet elements with a fun, seasonal presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheeses

  • 16 ounce (454g) Brie wheel
  • Cubed cheese (assorted varieties) – approximately 1 cup
  • Sliced white cheese – about 1 cup
  • Mozzarella pearls – ½ cup

Fruits & Olives

  • Dark-colored jam such as blackberry, blueberry, or purple grape – ⅓ cup
  • Blueberries – ½ cup
  • Blackberries – ½ cup
  • Purple grapes – ½ cup
  • Black olives – ½ cup

Meats & Crackers

  • Sliced salami – ½ cup
  • Assorted crackers – 2 cups

Snacks & Decorations

  • Candy eyeballs – 12 pieces
  • Pretzels (chocolate-covered and regular) – 1 cup
  • Halloween cookies and candy (assorted) – 1 to 1½ cups
  • Serving tray or large wood cutting board – 1
  • Halloween cookie cutters (small) – assorted shapes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Brie: Place the Brie wheel in the center of the serving board. Using the edge of a knife or toothpick, carefully outline the face of Jack Skellington on the surface of the Brie.
  2. Carve the Outline: Using a small serrated knife or spoon, scoop out the cheese from the carved areas to create the facial features of Jack Skellington.
  3. Fill the Details: Fill the carved-out holes with the dark-colored jam to highlight the facial features and add flavor contrast.
  4. Arrange Berries: Surround the Brie with an assortment of fresh blueberries, blackberries, and purple grapes, creating a colorful and seasonal look.
  5. Shape Cheese: Use small Halloween-themed cookie cutters to cut the sliced white cheese into festive shapes. Place these shaped cheeses on top of the berries for decoration.
  6. Add Candy Eyeballs: Stick candy eyeballs onto the black olives and mozzarella pearls to give a spooky, fun appearance. Place them on the board evenly.
  7. Assemble Meats and Crackers: Arrange the sliced salami, cubed cheese, assorted crackers, and both chocolate-covered and regular pretzels around the board, filling in spaces while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
  8. Decorate with Halloween Treats: Fill in any remaining empty spaces on the board with Halloween cookies and candy to complete the festive display.

Notes

  • Use a gentle hand when carving the Brie to avoid breaking the wheel.
  • Choose dark-colored jams like blackberry or blueberry for the best contrast with the cheese.
  • For added variety, include different types of cubed cheeses such as cheddar, gouda, or pepper jack.
  • Use fresh, firm fruits to maintain appearance throughout the event.
  • Keep the board refrigerated until serving to ensure the cheese and fruits remain fresh.
  • Customize the board with your favorite savory and sweet snacks to suit your guests’ preferences.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8th of board including meats, cheeses, fruits, and snacks
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

Find it online: https://emilyscook.com/halloween-charcuterie-board-recipe/