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It’s the holiday season! Let’s make this Turkey day a unique one with a Thanksgiving charcuterie board. Making your own charcuterie board is a fun way to bring delicious food to the table without much effort. They are the perfect addition to your celebration that will wow all your guests!

Here are 44 beautiful charcuterie board recipes for Thanksgiving!

Best Charcuterie Board Recipes

One of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is having a big meal with family and friends. A charcuterie board is the easiest way to enjoy all the flavors of a full meal without all the time-consuming prep. These boards are a great option for bigger groups because it serves as an appetizer, and hungry guests can customize their plates.

Add a variety of flavors: savory meats, delicious cheese, fresh fruits… there’s no wrong way to make a Thanksgiving traditional charcuterie board.

We’re sharing our best tips to make a gorgeous Thanksgiving charcuterie board that your guests will love. Happy Thanksgiving!

1. Thanksgiving charcuterie board

Learn how to build a seasonal charcuterie board that will look gorgeous on your Thanksgiving table. They recommend serving it hours before or hours after your main dish. From Wanderlust & Wellness.

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2. Thanksgiving Charcuterie board

The best part about a charcuterie board is that there is something for everyone! This Thanksgiving version of a charcuterie board requires zero cooking, making it an easy Thanksgiving appetizer. From Kroll’s Korner.

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3. Thanksgiving Turkey charcuterie board

This turkey board is super cute and tasty too! It’s sure to bring a smile and get a fun family gathering started off right! From Flavor Portal.

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4. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

This Thanksgiving charcuterie board only takes 30 minutes and has Fall colors and flavors with pumpkin dip, harvest fruits and even themed sugar cookies. From This Vivacious Life.

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5. Cheesegiving: The Thanksgiving Meal Board

This board is full of the flavors and ingredients you’d find on a traditional Thanksgiving spread, just with a cheese board twist on them. Get a wide variety of cheeses! From Ain’t Too Proud to Meg.

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6. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Boards

These fall-themed Thanksgiving charcuterie boards are a simple Thanksgiving appetizer idea and a joyful way to celebrate food, family, and togetherness! From Tasty Oven.

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7. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Piles of crunchy vegetables, stacks of fruit, slices ofcheese, and folds of turkey meat are tucked alongside the easiest candied nuts to make this beautiful charcuterie board. From Food Network.

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8. Thanksgiving charcuterie board

Make a Thanksgiving charcuterie board for your next holiday gathering with cranberry sauce, pecans, and apple butter. From The Toasty Kitchen.

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9. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

We love how this particular board could also work as a Fall Charcuterie Board with it’s beautiful fall elements. From Simply Scrumptious Eats.

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10. Fall Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Here are tons of tips and tricks for making the best charcuterie board and how to pick out the perfect variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, jams, and more. From Modern Honey.

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11. Thanksgiving charcuterie board

This Thanksgiving charcuterie board is a display of meats, cheeses, nuts, crackers, fall fruit and seasonal treats. A super easy yet impressive appetizer that is sure to be a hit! From Dinner At The Zoo.

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12. Easy Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

This easy Thanksgiving board is a perfect way to use up holiday leftovers in a way that looks festive and fancy! From A Reinvented Mom.

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13. Turkey Charcuterie Board

Choose your favorite brown, red, orange and yellow foods or follow the picture to create the best turkey shaped appetizer of the year! This one is perfect for kids to help make and eat. From My Mini Chefs.

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14. 20 Minute Thanksgiving Cheese Board

Looking for a simple and fast recipe? This recipe can be made and ready to serve as your Thanksgiving appetizer in 20 minutes. From Homebody Eats.

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15. Easy Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

The best part of this beautiful board is the combination of pumpkin goat cheese whip, cranberry orange sauce, meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, and crunchy crackers and nuts. From In Krista’s Kitchen.

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16. THANKSGIVING TURKEY CHARCUTERIE BOARD

This charcuterie board is so easy to create a fun turkey design with just a few ingredients from the grocery store, making it ideal for kids of all ages. From Homemade Heather.

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17. Thanksgiving Turkey Charcuterie Board

If you want more options for your Turkey-shaped charcuterie board, this Thanksgiving turkey charcuterie board is fun to make and we’re sure both kids and adults alike will love it. From Eating on a Dime.

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18. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board is the perfect solution for hungry guests: no cooking needed, super easy to prep, gorgeous to look at, something for everyone, and you can even throw it together the night before. From African Bites.

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19. Thanksgiving Charcuterie board

Everyone will enjoy this charcuterie tray that has a range of textures, colors, and flavors that will make sure that everyone is happy with the selection. From Smack of Flavors.

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20. Thanksgiving Turkey Cheese Board

This turkey-shaped charcuterie board includes a wide variety ofcheeses that will keep every cheese-lover happy. From Wisconsin Cheese.

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21. Thanksgiving charcuterie board – Easy Fall Appetizer

Follow these easy tips to make your own Thanksgiving harvest charcuterie board that is also budget-friendly. From No. 2 Pencil.

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22. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board for Daytime Snacking

This Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board is ideal for snacking the day before. It’s loaded with nutrient-dense foods like pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, crackers, and fruits. From Milk & Honey Nutrition.

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23. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Making charcuterie boards and snack trays is so much fun! This one also doubles as a dessert board as it includes sweet foods as well as savory ones. From Making Frugal Fun.

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24. Easy and Fun Turkey Charcuterie Board for Thanksgiving

Serve up fun this Thanksgiving with this easy turkey charcuterie board for kids and adults – it’s a cute and tasty snack. From Two Kids and a Coupon.

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25. Fall Charcuterie Board

This Fall Charcuterie Board is the only appetizer you need at any family gathering or holiday in the autumn months – it’s filled with so many healthy ingredients, yumm! From Wholly Tasteful.

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26. Effortlessly Elegant Fall Charcuterie Board

Build a fall charcuterie board with a shopping list of the best Trader Joe’s items of the season! Follow the recipe from Homebody Eats.

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27. Thanksgiving Appetizer Board

This delicious turkey-shaped Thanksgiving appetizer board is made with a few simple ingredients, but it’s tasty and very cute. From This Healthy Table.

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28. Vegan Charcuterie Board

Vegans can join in the fun too! This veggie charcuterie board is filled with favorite fruits and vegetables and is the perfect vegan appetizer for any occasion. From Planted In The Kitchen.

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29. Fall Charcuterie Board

This fall appetizer board with cheese, salami, fruit, and crackers is perfect for a party or wine and cheese night. From This Healthy Table.

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30. Holiday Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board is simple and elegant and perfect for any holiday, including Thanksgiving, New Year’s, or Christmas, with all your friends and family. From Bakers Table.

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31. Zero Carb Thanksgiving Platter

Want to make a zero-carb Thanksgiving dish this year? Try this fun meat and cheese platter in the shape of a turkey! From Step Away From The Carbs.

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32. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Follow this recipe to learn how to make a Fall charcuterie board, great for fall breakfast and brunch get-togethers. From The Fresh Cooky.

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33. Fall Charcuterie Board

This Fall charcuterie board combines all the best fall flavors (think pumpkin, apple, cinnamon) with classic charcuterie board meats and cheeses. From Pizzazzerie.

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34. FALL DESSERT CHARCUTERIE BOARD

Everyone will love this dessert board that will wow your guests at every holiday party. Mix and match the dips, candies, cookies and meringues! From Live To Sweet.

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35. How To Build The Perfect Fall Charcuterie Board

Here you’ll find more than just a recipe, it also includes tips on what wine to pair your charcuterie board with, what board to use, etc. From Diary of a Debutante.

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36. Start Your Feast With a Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Serve this delicious feast before the actual turkey feast with some elegant fruits, cheese, and meats, and combine them to create a finger-licking dish. From The Table.

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37. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board with Maple Sage Pecans

A pecan-packed charcuterie board is the perfect spread for holiday festivities and beyond. Sweet and savory, the perfect combination. From American Pecans.

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38. Thanksgiving Turkey Charcuterie Board

We love that this charcuterie board is gluten-free, keto-friendly, paleo-friendly, and vegan! From Mauna Loa.

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39. Thanksgiving Snack Board

Make a board for people to snack on while they wait for the big dinner. The best thing is that you can use almost anything you want on this recipe. From Sweet Phi.

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40. The Most Beautiful {And Delicious} Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Get inspiration from this beautiful Thanksgiving charcuterie board. This one works nicely for 6-8 people as an appetizer before the big meal. From Ampers and Supply.

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41. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Lebanese Style

This Thanksgiving charcuterie board includes labneh, garlic hummus, feta cheese with herbs, kalamata olives, almonds, pecans, and other Lebanese ingredients. From Adriana’s Best Recipes.

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42. Turkey Thanksgiving Charcuterie Snack Boards

Make a cute but simple Thanksgiving charcuterie board that looks like a turkey. They are the perfect snack and so healthy too. From My Farmhouse Table.

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43. Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Is The Ultimate Appetizer Guests Crave

Consisting of cheeses, salted meats, olives, breadsticks, crackers, or whatever your heart desires, this Thanksgiving charcuterie board will impress your guests. From Jena Howard.

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44. thanksgiving Charcuterie Board

Fun for kids and adults alike, it’s filled with fun healthy snacks, perfect to munch on before the big feast. Use cookie cutters to create seasonal shapes. From Party Pinching.

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45. How to Make a Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Everyone Will Be Thankful For

This Thanksgiving charcuterie board is packed with the best meats, cheese, nuts, fruits, and veggies. It has something for everyone. From Taste of Home.

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46. Turkey Veggie Tray

Cutest way ever to get everyone to gobble up their vegetables. Veggie Platter.

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FAQs

What are 5 things to avoid on a charcuterie board? ›

5 Mistakes You are Making on Your Charcuterie Board
  • Peppers: Whether green, red, or yellow, peppers are best avoided. ...
  • Tricky vegetables: Namely, tomatoes or Asparagus. ...
  • Jalapeno stuffed olives (or anything too spicy): Very hot foods simply don't work well with most wines, and they can overwhelm your taste buds.

What is the 3 3 3 3 rule for charcuterie board? ›

What is the 3-3-3-3 Rule for Charcuterie Boards? No matter the style of the wood charcuterie board, you can always follow the 3-3-3-3 rule. Every charcuterie board should have three meats, three cheeses, three starch options, and three accompaniments, such as fruit, nuts, or veggies.

What do you put on a charcuterie board for Thanksgiving? ›

Here are 11 delicious charcuterie board ideas your Thanksgiving guests will love:
  1. Sliced turkey, ham, and roast beef.
  2. Cranberry-infused goat cheese.
  3. Brie wrapped in puff pastry.
  4. Prosciutto.
  5. Salami.
  6. Dried fruits like apricots, dates, cranberries.
  7. Candied nuts.
  8. Crackers, bread sticks, baguette slices.
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What are 3 good cheeses for a charcuterie board? ›

Here are the best cheeses for your charcuterie board
  • Hard cheese: chunks of parmesan, aged gouda, asiago.
  • Firm cheese: gruyere, comte, manchego, colby, cheddar.
  • Semi-soft cheese: havarti, butterkäse, muenster.
  • Soft cheese: burrata, mascarpone, stracchino.
  • Blue cheese: gorgonzola, dunbarton blue, marbled blue jack.

What is the key to a good charcuterie board? ›

The meat and cheeses are the stars, but don't skimp on the filler — this is where the board gets fun. Not only fruit, spreads, nuts and pickles usually cheaper than meats and cheeses, but they also satisfy hungry guests. They make the board last longer and keep people happily munching throughout the party.

How unhealthy are charcuterie boards? ›

Many ingredients used in charcuterie boards are high in sodium, including deli meats, dry sausages, cheeses, salted nuts, pretzels and crackers. The recommendation for daily sodium intake for adults is 2,300 milligrams or less. To reduce the sodium load on your board, add more fresh or dried fruits and raw veggies.

What is the trick to adding meat to a charcuterie board? ›

One of my favorite styling techniques is the quarter-fold. This works for many different types of meats of various sizes. Take a slice, fold it directly in half, then in half again to make a rough equilateral triangle with one rounded edge. With these quarters you can create a variety of textures on the cheese board.

How many slices of meat per person for charcuterie board? ›

About 2-3 ounces per person will be enough if the charcuterie isn't an entire meal. So you will need about 100-150 ounces in total. On the other hand, if the charcuterie will be an entire meal, then you will need about 5 ounces per person, which brings it to 250 ounces in total.

What are the cold cuts for charcuterie board? ›

Salami, ham, prosciutto, pastrami – there's just no end to all the delicious possibilities! And that's what makes cold cuts such a practical choice. Not only do they provide plenty of flavor and texture, but they also can make your charcuterie board look downright stunning.

How to make a Thanksgiving charcuterie board? ›

Place the baked Brie and cheese ball on small plates or directly on the board. Spoon the cranberry relish into a ramekin and set on the board. Fill in around everything with slices of Gouda, folded turkey breast slices, crudite, fresh and dried fruit, decorations and baguette slices.

What is the most famous charcuterie? ›

The most popular charcuterie meat is capocollo, a thin Italian pork cold cut, which is most popular in 15 states, including Nebraska and Pennsylvania. Following closely behind in 14 states is pâté, a variety of different meats ground together to create a meat paste.

What meats and cheeses go together for charcuterie board? ›

Classic Italian Pairing
  • Prosciutto: Pair with Parmigiano-Reggiano, fresh mozzarella, and marinated artichokes.
  • Salami: Pair with pecorino cheese, roasted red peppers, and Kalamata olives.
  • Mortadella: Pair with provolone cheese, pickled onions, and crusty Italian bread.

Are there rules for charcuterie boards? ›

Rule of thumb: 1 small salami, 1 large salami, 1 whole-muscle meat. "When choosing meats and cheeses, variety is the spice of life," Sam advises. You could focus on the meats of one region (Italy, France, Spain, or domestic) or create a spread of your favorites. Try new things, take risks, and offer contrasts.

What is the healthiest charcuterie option? ›

Charcuterie Boards
  • Switch To Sourdough Bread And Crackers For Extra Nutrition:
  • Choose Fresh Fruits For Fiber And Vitamins.
  • Put Out A Bowl Of Nuts And Seeds For Healthy Fats & Plant-Based Protein.
  • Fermented Vegetables For Healthy Probiotics And Flavor.
  • Add A Mix Of Savory And Sweet Spreads And Dips For A Taste Twist.
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Is charcuterie cancerous? ›

And while they can have healthy components, it's recommended that the namesake itself—charcuterie, or processed meats—be eaten only in limited quantities, or avoided, as they may increase your risk of certain cancers.

How do you make a charcuterie board safe to eat off? ›

Lightly rub beeswax and mineral oil over the board. Buff the oil into the wood and let sit for 20 minutes. Continue to apply and buff the oil into the board until the wood is no longer absorbing the product. Wipe down.

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