When it comes to hosting New Year’s Eve parties, a charcuterie board is a surefire way to leave your guests speechless, and not just because “charcuterie” is difficult to pronounce. Charcuterie boards are fun to assemble and completely customizable yet require little to no culinary skill. While traditionally charcuterie refers to cured meat and cheese, the term has evolved to mean almost anything that can be placed on a platter. You can definitely get as creative as you like, but if you’re feeling stuck, here are a few ideas to get you started.
New Year’s Eve Board
The showstopper of this NYE-themed board by The BakerMama is a countdown clock made of brie cheese with cookie icing. Specific instructions for the board are in her Beautiful Boards cookbook, but she does share on her website that the bowtie crackers are made with a fig cut in half on top of some cheese. To create a similar look, include snacks in dark and light colors such as blackberries, popcorn, and black & white cookies.
Winter Cheese Board
Few things go better with cheese than fruit, and this board is a testament to that. It includes six kinds of cheese alongside five winter fruits, so it’s a great option for a party if you want to keep things seasonal.
Vegan Charcuterie Board
Make sure you’ve got options for any plant-based guests with this vegan charcuterie board by Minimalist Baker. The instructions include suggestions for store-bought cheeses as well as recipes if you prefer to make your own.
