Irresistible Harvest Charcuterie Board with 7 Perfect Fall Fruits
Celebrate the beauty of fall with this stunning harvest charcuterie board featuring seasonal fruits, rich cheeses, and hearty accompaniments. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Figs (fresh or dried)
- Pears (sliced, firm varieties like Bosc or Anjou)
- Pomegranates (seeds)
- Apples (crisp slices, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- Grapes (red or black)
- Persimmons (sliced)
- Plums (optional)
- Brie cheese
- Aged cheddar cheese
- Blue cheese
- Goat cheese
- Prosciutto
- Salami
- Smoked turkey
- Candied pecans
- Roasted almonds
- Pumpkin seeds
- Whole-grain crackers
- Crostini
- Sliced baguette
- Fig jam
- Honeycomb
- Dark chocolate squares
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)
- Edible flowers (optional)
- Cinnamon sticks (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Slice pears, apples, persimmons, and plums into thin wedges. Remove pomegranate seeds and set aside. Keep figs whole or halve them for variety.
- Arrange prosciutto and salami in loose folds or rolls. Slice baguette into thin rounds or diagonals.
- Place cheeses on the board first, spacing them out evenly. For soft cheeses like brie or goat cheese, leave them whole or cut into wedges for easy serving.
- Scatter fruits around the cheeses, balancing colors and textures. Group similar items together for visual appeal.
- Add crackers, nuts, seeds, and sweet touches like jam or honeycomb. Use small bowls for loose items like nuts or pomegranate seeds.
- Garnish with rosemary sprigs or edible flowers. Make sure everything is easy to reach and visually balanced.
Notes
Prep fruits close to serving time to keep them fresh. Dip apple and pear slices in lemon water to prevent browning. Let cheeses sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion per guest
- Calories: 25040
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 10
Keywords: charcuterie board, fall fruits, harvest board, appetizer, entertaining, seasonal recipe