Save A stunning and festive charcuterie centerpiece featuring elegantly arranged meat roses, perfect for holiday gatherings and parties.
This was the centerpiece at my last holiday party and everyone was amazed by how beautiful it looked and how easy it was to assemble.
Ingredients
- Meats: 12 slices prosciutto, 12 slices salami, 12 slices soppressata, 8 slices capicola
- Cheeses: 150 g brie cut into wedges, 100 g manchego sliced, 100 g cheddar cubed, 80 g goat cheese crumbled
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup green grapes, 1 small pomegranate seeds only, 1 pear thinly sliced
- Extras & Garnishes: 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts), 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup olives (green or black), fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs, edible flowers (optional)
- Accompaniments: 1 baguette sliced, 1 box assorted crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Prepare a large round serving board or platter.
- Step 2:
- To make meat roses: a Take a wine glass and drape a slice of meat halfway over the rim. b Overlap with additional slices circling the rim until 5–7 slices are used. c Gently invert the glass onto the board releasing the rose. d Repeat with each type of meat arranging roses across the board.
- Step 3:
- Arrange cheese wedges slices and cubes around the meat roses.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with grapes pear slices and pomegranate seeds.
- Step 5:
- Add nuts dried fruit and olives in small clusters for visual interest.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh herbs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Step 7:
- Place baguette slices and crackers along the edges or in a separate basket.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly until serving.
Save My family loved how the guests kept returning to the board throughout the night to admire and snack.
Notes
For extra color use a variety of cured meats and cheeses Add honey or fig jam for a sweet accent Swap in gluten-free crackers for dietary needs Pair with sparkling wine or a light red
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Wine glass (to shape roses) Sharp knife Small bowls (for nuts olives or spreads)
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) tree nuts (almonds walnuts) and gluten (baguette crackers) For gluten-free use GF bread crackers Always check labels for hidden allergens
Save This charcuterie bouquet is a stunning and simple way to impress guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQs
- → How are the meat roses shaped?
Use a wine glass to drape slices of cured meat over the rim, layering 5-7 slices, then gently invert the glass onto the serving board to release the rose shape.
- → Can I use different types of cheeses?
Yes, a mix of wedges, slices, and cubes like brie, manchego, cheddar, and goat cheese adds variety in flavor and texture.
- → What fruits work best in this arrangement?
Fresh grapes, thinly sliced pear, and pomegranate seeds provide color contrast and a hint of sweetness.
- → How to add visual interest beyond meats and cheeses?
Fill gaps with nuts, dried apricots, olives, and fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs. Edible flowers add a festive touch if desired.
- → Is this suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, simply substitute the baguette and crackers with gluten-free alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions.