9 Best Charcuterie Wreath Recipes & Ideas

As we head into holidays, we are all looking for ways to make our days (and meals) feel a little more special. One of the biggest food trends in the last few years has been grazing boards, or trays of nibbles that range from the subtle, to over-the-top opulent.

There’s something so festive about a pretty assortment of snacks, whether it’s a pre-dinner appetizer offering, or maybe even a meal unto itself. Enter the Charcuterie Wreath, also called the “charcutewreath,” a seasonal twist on the charcuterie board.

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What is a Charcuterie Wreath?

A charcuterie board is presentation of salumis (cured meats) plus cheeses and pairings that feels perfect for the holidays, and are just the right size for smaller groups. Charcuterie wreaths are also often called antipasti wreaths and basically draw on the same ingredients and concept, only in round wreath form.

You can choose from your favorite meats, such as salami, prosciutto, speck, ham, sausages, etc. and then add everything and anything you like to eat and that will look festive on the board. Think about cheeses of all kinds, dried fruit, fresh fruit, fresh herbs (rosemary looks particularly nice, echoing the thought of pine branches), honey, jams, nuts, small crackers and so on.