13 Festive Christmas Charcuterie Board Ideas to Wow Your Holiday Guests
Creating the perfect Christmas charcuterie board is one of the easiest ways to impress holiday guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you prefer meat and cheese, sweets, breakfast-style boards, or kid-friendly snack trays, there’s a Christmas charcuterie board style for every celebration.
In this roundup, I’m sharing 13 stunning Christmas charcuterie board ideas that are perfect for parties, Christmas Eve gatherings, classroom treats, or cozy nights by the fire. From Santa-shaped snack platters to elegant antipasto spreads, these ideas will help you build the ultimate holiday board with ease.
Best Boards and Platters to Use
When building a Christmas charcuterie board, the presentation is half the magic! You can use almost any flat surface, but here are some great options depending on your style:
- Large wooden cutting boards – Rustic and perfect for farmhouse or cottagecore Christmas themes.
- Round pizza boards – Ideal for centering Santa’s face and hat.
- Marble or slate boards – Sleek, upscale look that helps cold ingredients stay chilled longer.
- Christmas-themed trays or platters – A red or white base makes Santa pop even more.
- Disposable catering trays – Great for parties or school events when cleanup needs to be easy.
Just make sure your surface is food-safe—or line it with parchment, bu
Christmas Charcuterie Board Ideas to Try This Year
Here are some fun and festive Christmas charcuterie board ideas!
Snowman Charcuterie Board
Make a festive snowman charcuterie board with cheese, fruit, sweets, and snacks! This easy holiday appetizer is kid-friendly, no-bake, and guaranteed to wow your Christmas guests.
Santa Charcuterie Board
Create a festive Santa charcuterie board with cheese, fruit, cured meats, and holiday flair! Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial to wow your guests with the cutest Christmas appetizer.
Christmas Charcuterie Wreath
This charcuterie wreath is the showstopper you need at your Christmas celebrations. These skewers are the perfect finger food and work well for Christmas parties, Friendsmas, or any other festive get-togethers.
Christmas Tree Frosting Board
This easy Christmas tree frosting board is the fun and festive sweet treat you’ll be making all season long! Put a dessert twist on the classic charcuterie board with this colorful and flavorful frosting board.
Christmas Tree Cheese Board
The Christmas Tree Cheese Board takes center stage. There’s just something extra festive about turning a simple cheese board into a Christmas tree!
Candy Cane Caprese
This Christmas Caprese Salad features juicy tomato slices, fresh mozzarella and basil leaves arranged in the shape of a candy cane. Serve it as a holiday salad or as a simple Christmas appetizer.
Reindeer Charcuterie Board
You will have so much fun making this reindeer charcuterie board which boasts a festive variety of cheeses, meats, and crackers arranged in the iconic shape of a reindeer face.
Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
Serve up this delicious Christmas tree charcuterie board this holiday season.
Christmas Charcuterie Board
Create a stunning Christmas Charcuterie Board in just 15 minutes! With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a beautiful, crowd-pleasing centerpiece that’s as festive as it is easy to pull together.
Christmas Charcuterie Board
Making a Christmas Charcuterie Board is easy to do and it is a fun way to share appetizers with family and friends during the holiday season.
Easy Christmas Charcuterie Board
Create a stunning Christmas Charcuterie Board in just 15 minutes! With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a beautiful, crowd-pleasing centerpiece that’s as festive as it is easy to pull together.
Fruit and Cheese Christmas Tree Appetizer
Create a festive Christmas tree appetizer with colorful cheeses, grapes, and herbs. Easy to assemble and perfect for holiday gatherings or brunch spreads.
Candy Cane Charcuterie Board
This candy cane charcuterie board is filled with sweet and savory treats and arranged to look like the classic Christmas candy. Perfect for holiday snacking!
Tips for Building the Perfect Christmas Charcuterie Board
- Mix sweet and savory for better variety.
- Layer colors strategically — reds (berries, salami, peppers), greens (grapes, cucumbers, herbs), whites (cheeses, marshmallows) make that Christmas magic pop.
- Use small bowls for dips, jams, and spreads to add dimension.
- Add fresh rosemary or cranberries for instant holiday décor without spending extra.
- Don’t forget food picks, mini spoons, and cute holiday napkins!
