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Holiday Grazing Wreath

Holiday Grazing Wreath

A stunning edible centerpiece β€” festive, elegant, and meant to be shared. This holiday grazing wreath combines cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, and herbs into a beautiful and delicious display.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 servings

Ingredients

  • Cheeses πŸ§€
    • Brie wheel (cut into wedges)
    • Aged cheddar cubes
    • Goat cheese log (sliced)
    • Blue cheese crumbles
  • Cured Meats πŸ–
    • Prosciutto ribbons
    • Salami slices, folded
  • Fruits & Nuts πŸ‡
    • Red & green grapes
    • Fresh figs, halved
    • Cranberries or pomegranate arils
    • Almonds & walnuts
  • Extras 🌿
    • Crackers & breadsticks
    • Olives (green + black)
    • Fresh rosemary sprigs (to form wreath greenery)
    • A round board or platter for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Place rosemary sprigs in a circle on a large round board to form the base of the wreath.
  2. Add Cheeses: Layer cheeses around the circle, spacing them evenly for balance and visual appeal.
  3. Add Meats: Tuck folded salami slices and prosciutto ribbons between the cheeses.
  4. Fill with Fruits: Place grapes, figs, and cranberries or pomegranate arils in the gaps for pops of color and sweetness.
  5. Scatter Extras: Add nuts and olives around the wreath for crunch and variety.
  6. Finish with Crackers: Arrange crackers and breadsticks around or within the circle for easy grabbing.
  7. Garnish: Tuck in extra rosemary sprigs for a lush, festive finish.

Notes

  • Mix up the cheeses with seasonal favorites like Manchego or Camembert.
  • Swap figs for dried apricots or dates if fresh figs aren’t available.
  • Assemble just before serving to keep crackers crisp.
  • This can be scaled up for larger gatherings or made mini-size for personal boards.
  • Author: Mateo
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook Assembly
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approx. 1/10 of wreath
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: holiday grazing wreath, charcuterie board, holiday appetizer