Easter Charcuterie Basket
This Easter charcuterie basket is an easy spring charcuterie board idea filled with sweet and savory ingredients like cheese, fruit, meats, and festive treats. It’s perfect for Easter brunch, entertaining, and creating a beautiful centerpiece that doubles as an appetizer.
Servings 8
Ingredients
Cheese (choose a variety for balance)
- 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
- 1 small wheel brie cheese
- 1 cup sliced gouda or mozzarella
Cured Meats
- 1 cup salami
- 1 cup pepperoni or prosciutto
Fresh Fruit
- 1 cup grapes
- 1 cup strawberries halved
- 1 apple sliced
- Crunch + Base
- 1 –2 cups crackers assorted varieties
- 1 cup breadsticks or pretzels
Sweet + Festive Elements
- 1 cup Easter candy chocolate eggs, jelly beans, marshmallow treats
- ½ cup nuts almonds, pistachios, or pecans
🧺 Base + Structure
- 1 medium to large Easter basket
- 2 –3 small bowls or jars for height
- 1 small cutting board fits inside basket
- Optional: edible grass lettuce, or decorative greenery
Instructions
- Create height - Place small bowls or jars upside down inside the basket.
- Add base - Set a cutting board on top to create a flat surface.
- Layer edges - Add edible grass, lettuce, or greenery around the edges for fullness.
- Place large items first - Arrange cheeses and meats to anchor the board.
- Add crackers and fruit - Place in sections for balance and variety.
- Fill gaps - Add candy and nuts to make the board look full and abundant.
- Adjust and style - Rearrange for color balance and an even, visually appealing look.
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Notes
Use a mix of colors and textures for the best presentation
Cut ingredients into similar sizes for a cleaner, more styled look
You can customize ingredients based on preferences or dietary needs
Add mini bowls for dips or spreads if desired
Cut ingredients into similar sizes for a cleaner, more styled look
You can customize ingredients based on preferences or dietary needs
Add mini bowls for dips or spreads if desired