I prepared a simple charcuterie platter that brings together my favorite elements such as prosciutto, goat cheese, and apple slices, enhanced by honey and fig jam. I love how the mix of cured meats and cheeses, along with assorted crackers and grapes, creates an enticing palette for any intimate gathering.
I’ve always been a big fan of putting together easy yet impressive food spreads, so when I created this simple small charcuterie board, I knew it had to be something special for my next dinner party. I love starting with beautifully arranged slices of 3 oz prosciutto and 3 oz salami, then adding in some delicious 3 oz brie cheese, roughly cut into wedges.
There’s something about the way these flavors mix together that just sparks amazing conversation at any gathering. I also include a few bite-size rounds of 1 small baguette and a handful of assorted crackers to make everything easy to pick up.
It may not fill an entire buffet table but it sure makes a stunning, curated platter that inspires my love for party fare. Give it a try for your next event and see how beautifully simple yet satisfying a small spread can be!
Why I Like this Recipe
I like this recipe because it mixes a bunch of flavors that make every bite interesting, from the sweet touches like honey and fig jam to the savory meats and cheeses. I also love that its really simple to throw together so i dont feel stressed in the kitchen and can have fun setting everything up. Another reason i like it is that its super social—its perfect for sharing with friends at dinner parties or gatherings so everyone can dig into a little bit of everything. Finally the colorful presentation makes it look cool, even if its pretty basic, and that makes it feel special when you serve it to guests.
Ingredients
- Prosciutto, salami, and chorizo are savry, protein-packed meats that offer a salty, rich flavor.
- Brie cheese provides a creamy texture with essential fats and a smooth, mild taste.
- Aged cheddar delivers a bold taste, firm texture, and protein to fuel youre body.
- Goat cheese spread offers tanginess, healthy fats, and a unique flavor that stand out.
- Baguette slices and crackers supply carbs and serves as the perfect pairing base.
- Grapes, apples, and mixed nuts contribute natural sweetness, fibre, vitamins, and a crunch.
- Honey drizzle and fig jam add delightful sweetness, balancing the savory flavors wonderfuly.
Ingredient Quantities
- 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 3 oz salami, cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 oz chorizo, sliced or cubed
- 3 oz brie cheese, roughly cut into wedges
- 3 oz aged cheddar cheese, cubed or sliced
- 3 oz goat cheese, served as a spread
- 1 small baguette, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup assorted crackers
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts, such as almonds or walnuts
- 1/2 cup seedless red or green grapes
- 1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp honey, for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fig jam, for a sweet contrast
- 1/4 cup mixed olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup dried fruits, like apricots or figs
How to Make this
1. Start by laying out your board and arrange the cheeses first. Roughly cut the brie into wedges, cube or slice the aged cheddar, and leave the goat cheese in its container as a spread.
2. Next, place the meats on different spots. Thinly slice the prosciutto, cut the salami into bite-size pieces and either slice or cube the chorizo.
3. Now, slice the small baguette into nice rounds and set them next to a pile of assorted crackers so theyre easy to grab.
4. Add your fresh fruits by placing the seedless grapes in a small pile and the apple slices in a different area, making sure everything looks colorful.
5. Sprinkle the mixed nuts in a small heap on one corner of the board along with a small pile of dried fruits such as apricots or figs.
6. Place the mixed olives in a little bowl or scatter them neatly around the board.
7. Put dollops of fig jam around the cheeses to offer that sweet contrast to the savory meats.
8. Drizzle the honey lightly over some of the fruits and cheeses for an extra layer of flavor.
9. Try to balance the amounts of each ingredient evenly across the board so every bite gets a bit of everything.
10. Finally, step back and admire your work, then serve to your guests and enjoy your simple, small charcuterie board with everyone.
Equipment Needed
1. Large wooden cutting board – provides a stable surface and adds a rustic look.
2. Sharp chef’s knife – essential for slicing meats, cheeses, and fruits evenly.
3. Serrated bread knife – best for cutting the baguette into rounds without squashing it.
4. Small bowl – useful for holding the mixed olives neatly.
5. Butter knife or small spatula – ideal for spreading the goat cheese and dolloping the fig jam.
6. Optional tongs – helpful for picking up items like crackers or fruits without disturbing the layout.
FAQ
Simple Small Charcuterie Board Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Instead of prosciutto, you can use pancetta or thinly sliced bacon for a similar smoky flavor.
- If you’re out of brie cheese, try camembert – its creamy texture and taste works just as well.
- For salami, a good substitution is pepperoni, which adds a spicy kick in a similar way.
- If you don’t have fig jam, apricot preserves can be a sweet alternative that still pairs nicely with the cheeses.
- Instead of the apple slices, pear slices can offer a slight twist while keeping that fresh, crisp element in the board.
Pro Tips
1. A good trick is to lay out all your cheeses first so that they act as anchors for the rest of the board. This helps keep fragile meats from sliding around and keeps things organized.
2. Don’t overdo the sweet stuff. Drizzle the honey and place little dollops of fig jam sparingly, so you don’t overpower the salty, savory meats and cheeses.
3. Leave some breathing room between the items. Crowding your board can lead to flavors blending together too much, so give each ingredient its own space to shine.
4. Use small bowls for the olives and even the fig jam if you want a cleaner look. It keeps these items separate from the cuts and slices, making the board easier to navigate.
Simple Small Charcuterie Board Recipe
I prepared a simple charcuterie platter that brings together my favorite elements such as prosciutto, goat cheese, and apple slices, enhanced by honey and fig jam. I love how the mix of cured meats and cheeses, along with assorted crackers and grapes, creates an enticing palette for any intimate gathering.
8
servings
400
kcal
Equipment: 1. Large wooden cutting board – provides a stable surface and adds a rustic look.
2. Sharp chef’s knife – essential for slicing meats, cheeses, and fruits evenly.
3. Serrated bread knife – best for cutting the baguette into rounds without squashing it.
4. Small bowl – useful for holding the mixed olives neatly.
5. Butter knife or small spatula – ideal for spreading the goat cheese and dolloping the fig jam.
6. Optional tongs – helpful for picking up items like crackers or fruits without disturbing the layout.
Ingredients
-
3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
-
3 oz salami, cut into bite-size pieces
-
3 oz chorizo, sliced or cubed
-
3 oz brie cheese, roughly cut into wedges
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3 oz aged cheddar cheese, cubed or sliced
-
3 oz goat cheese, served as a spread
-
1 small baguette, sliced into rounds
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1 cup assorted crackers
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1/2 cup mixed nuts, such as almonds or walnuts
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1/2 cup seedless red or green grapes
-
1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
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3 tbsp honey, for drizzling
-
2 tbsp fig jam, for a sweet contrast
-
1/4 cup mixed olives, pitted
-
1/4 cup dried fruits, like apricots or figs
Directions
- Start by laying out your board and arrange the cheeses first. Roughly cut the brie into wedges, cube or slice the aged cheddar, and leave the goat cheese in its container as a spread.
- Next, place the meats on different spots. Thinly slice the prosciutto, cut the salami into bite-size pieces and either slice or cube the chorizo.
- Now, slice the small baguette into nice rounds and set them next to a pile of assorted crackers so theyre easy to grab.
- Add your fresh fruits by placing the seedless grapes in a small pile and the apple slices in a different area, making sure everything looks colorful.
- Sprinkle the mixed nuts in a small heap on one corner of the board along with a small pile of dried fruits such as apricots or figs.
- Place the mixed olives in a little bowl or scatter them neatly around the board.
- Put dollops of fig jam around the cheeses to offer that sweet contrast to the savory meats.
- Drizzle the honey lightly over some of the fruits and cheeses for an extra layer of flavor.
- Try to balance the amounts of each ingredient evenly across the board so every bite gets a bit of everything.
- Finally, step back and admire your work, then serve to your guests and enjoy your simple, small charcuterie board with everyone.
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 250g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 400kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Polyunsaturated: 3g
- Monounsaturated: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Potassium: 250mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Vitamin A: 200IU
- Vitamin C: 5mg
- Calcium: 150mg
- Iron: 2mg
