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The Best Halloween Charcuterie Boards For Parties

The Best Halloween Charcuterie Boards For Parties: 13 Spooky Ideas!


  • Author: recipeinspire
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8–12

Description

Create the ultimate spooky spread with The Best Halloween Charcuterie Boards. Perfect for parties, these boards feature a variety of cheeses, meats, fruits, sweets, and creepy-themed decorations that delight both kids and adults!


Ingredients

  • Assorted cheeses (cheddar, brie, gouda, blue cheese)
  • Assorted cured meats (salami, prosciutto, pepperoni)
  • Crackers, breadsticks, and baguette slices
  • Fresh fruits (grapes, berries, apple slices, figs)
  • Vegetables (baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes)
  • Olives, nuts, and pickles
  • Halloween-themed decorations: candy eyes, gummy worms, chocolate pumpkins
  • Optional: dips or spreads (hummus, guacamole, or tapenade)

Instructions

  1. Choose a large serving board or platter as your base.
  2. Arrange cheeses in separate sections of the board.
  3. Fold or roll cured meats and place them creatively around the cheeses.
  4. Fill empty spaces with crackers, breadsticks, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and olives.
  5. Decorate with Halloween-themed items like candy eyes, gummy worms, or chocolate pumpkins.
  6. Place small bowls with dips or spreads if desired.
  7. Ensure a balance of colors and textures for visual appeal.
  8. Serve immediately for the freshest presentation, or cover and refrigerate until party time.

Notes

Mix and match ingredients to fit your Halloween theme. Use orange, black, and purple foods or decorations to enhance the spooky vibe. Small toothpicks or decorative picks help create fun characters on the board.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Snack
  • Method: No-cook, assembly
  • Cuisine: American/Party Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Halloween charcuterie, spooky party board, Halloween snacks, festive platter, creepy appetizer