Make Easter Memorable with an Easter Cross Charcuterie Board

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Looking for a creative way to celebrate Easter this year? This Easter Cross Charcuterie Board is a feast for the eyes and a delicious centerpiece for your table. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch, a first communion, or a family gathering, this board perfectly combines symbolism, flavor, and creativity in one stunning platter.

This Easter Appetizer is perfect for Church and family gatherings.  Let’s dive into how to make this showstopper!

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Make Easter Memorable with a Stunning Easter Cross Charcuterie Board

Charcuterie boards are more than just a trendy snack board—they’re versatile, easy to assemble, and perfect for feeding a crowd. By shaping your board into a cross, you can add a meaningful touch to your Easter celebration while offering a delicious spread of sweet and savory bites.

The vibrant fruits, cheeses, and meats make it festive and beautiful.

Ingredients for Your Easter Cross Charcuterie Board

Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need to assemble this charcuterie board:

  • Meats: Salami, prosciutto, or ham for roses
  • Cheeses: Brie, aged white cheddar, and provolone
  • Fruits and Berries: Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, green grapes
  • Veggies: Carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers
  • Crackers and nuts for crunch
  • Fresh rosemary for garnish
  • Dips: Whole-grain mustard or honey
  • Bonus: Add Easter-themed treats like chocolate bunnies or egg-shaped candies!
An elegant Easter Cross Charcuterie Board featuring an array of colorful fruits, cheeses, crackers, and sweets, arranged in the shape of a cross for a festive and meaningful celebration

Step-by-Step Instructions to Create Your Easter Cross Masterpiece

Arrange the Cross: Lay out baguette slices in the shape of a cross on a serving board.

A beautifully arranged Easter Cross Charcuterie Board filled with fresh fruits, cheeses, and crackers for a festive centerpiece

Next, begin creating the tomb.

Place a round of brie at the bottom of the cross. Use a slice of yellow bell pepper to symbolize the light coming from the tomb

Place a round of brie at the bottom of the cross.

A creative Easter Cross Charcuterie Board showcasing a mix of colorful treats and savory bites

Use a slice of yellow bell pepper to symbolize the light coming from the tomb.

A festive Easter charcuterie board in the shape of a cross, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations


 Place a piece of babybel cheese to look like the stone that was rolled away from the opening of the tomb.

brie at the bottom of the cross to add as a tomb

Cut strips from the yellow bell pepper to resemble the sun’s rays.

A cross-shaped charcuterie board loaded with cheeses, fruits, and crackers, ideal for Easter brunch

Decorate the Perimeter: Surround the cross with colorful fruits, veggies, meats, and cheeses.

Fill the Gaps: Use rosemary sprigs to create the appearance of a drape on the cross. Add carrot sticks, cucumbers, and blueberries to fill in the gaps.

Next, I added dried mangos around the cross.

Add Finishing Touches: Place Easter-themed items like chocolates for a festive touch.

How to Create Beautiful Cheese and Meat Roses

Want to impress your guests? I added meat and cheese roses to this tray, making them easier than it looks! Here is a step-by-step guide to making meat roses.

How to Create Beautiful Cheese and Meat Roses

Fold a slice of salami in half and roll it tightly to form the center.

Fold a slice of salami in half and roll it tightly to form the center

Add more slices, overlapping slightly, to create petals.

Add more slices, overlapping slightly, to create petals.

Secure with a toothpick if necessary, and fluff the edges for a natural look.
These roses are the perfect garnish to elevate your cross-charcuterie board!

Use rosemary sprigs and small bowls of dips to fill in any empty spaces

Tips for Arranging Around the Cross:

To create a visually appealing and harmonious spread, alternate between sweet and savory elements. For example:

  • Place slices of juicy strawberries next to aged white cheddar for contrast.
  • Arrange crunchy cucumbers and carrots alongside Italian salami and provolone.
  • Use clusters of berries and grapes to add bursts of color around the cross.
    This combination ensures every guest finds something they love!
A festive cross-shaped charcuterie board perfect for Easter, featuring an array of delicious snacks.

Adding Festive Touches to Your Charcuterie Board

Elevate your board with these fun ideas:

  • Seasonal decorations: Add pastel-colored Easter eggs or chocolate bunnies.
  • Personalized touches: Include your family’s favorite Easter candy or baked goods.
  • Whimsical elements: Use a yellow bell pepper to create “rays of light” for a symbolic effect.
    These extras will make your Easter charcuterie board genuinely unique.
A cross-shaped charcuterie board for Easter celebrations, filled with delicious and colorful foods.

Easter Charcuterie Board Ideas

Whether hosting a large party or a small family meal, this board is the perfect centerpiece. It’s customizable, easy to transport, and balances different flavors. Plus, it’s fun to get creative with your charcuterie board ideas and involve your loved ones.

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This board in the shape of a cross offers a delicious variety of flavors:

  • Sweet: Fresh fruits like raspberries and green grapes, plus treats like chocolate-covered strawberries.
  • Savory: Aged cheddar, creamy brie, and tangy salami.
  • Crunch: Crackers, nuts, and veggies like snap peas and cucumbers.
    Your taste buds will love this delightful mix!

Your Easter Cross Charcuterie Board is the Perfect Centerpiece

This Easter, celebrate with a cross charcuterie board combining beauty, flavor, and symbolism. It’s a thoughtful way to honor the holiday while treating your guests to a feast they’ll never forget. Ready to make your Easter magical? Gather your favorite ingredients and get started—this board is the perfect way to kick off the celebration!

Easter Cross Charcuterie Board

Easter Cross Charcuterie Board

Yield: 1 Board
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

This easy to make charcuterie baord is perfect for your family Easter celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • ½ pound sliced meat, like prosciutto, salami or ham
  • ½ pound sliced cheese, like provolone
  • 1 round brie cheese
  • 1 small round babybel cheese
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • ½ pound asparagus, blanched
  • 1 cup grapes, washed (red and/or green)
  • 1 cup carrots
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup nuts
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup olives (green and/or black)
  • 1 cup dried apricots
  • 6 deviled eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole grain mustard and/or honey

Instructions

  1. Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish
  2. To make roses: Slice the meats and/or cheeses in half. Lay the slices flat and slightly overlap them. Roll the sheet tightly from one end to create a central bud. Then, arrange additional slices around the bud, gradually forming layers to resemble rose petals. Secure the layers with toothpicks as needed. Finally, shape and fluff the petals for a more realistic rose appearance. 
  3. Arrange the baguette slices in a cross shape on a large serving board.
  4. Under the cross, place the round of brie. Cut the yellow bell pepper to resemble the opening of a tomb and rays of light. Place the small round baby to resemble a stone rolled away from the tomb opening.
  5. Arrange the remaining ingredients around the cross and tomb. Fill any remaining gaps with rosemary sprigs.
  6. Place small bowls of whole-grain mustard or honey strategically near the board for dipping.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 423Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 712mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 5gSugar: 15gProtein: 23g

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