Elevate your autumn gatherings with these stunning fall charcuterie boards that will impress your guests!
Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, a Thanksgiving feast, or a casual autumn get-together with friends or family, these thoughtfully curated charcuterie boards can serve as a stunning fall appetizer or a Thanksgiving appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is tasty. This roundup of the best charcuterie boards offers plenty of inspiration for creating beautiful and delectable spreads that capture the essence of autumn.
From savory to sweet, these boards feature a variety of seasonal ingredients that celebrate the bounty of the harvest. Think creamy cheeses paired with crisp apples, spiced nuts, rich meats, and seasonal dips, all arranged artfully with vibrant fruits and festive Thanksgiving treats.
Creating a fall charcuterie board is an art, but it needn’t be complicated. I’ve included a comprehensive guide to help you incorporate seasonal elements and unique additions to make your spread stand out. I’ve made a free fall printable that lists all the seasonal items you can include in your charcuterie board. This handy checklist ensures you won’t forget any of the essentials and provides inspiration for new items to try. Print it out to use as you shop and assemble your board!
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- Essential Components of a Fall Charcuterie Board
- Fall Charcuterie Boards for Inspiration
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Essential Components of a Fall Charcuterie Board
Cheeses
- Aged Cheddar: With its sharp, nutty flavor, aged cheddar pairs beautifully with autumn fruits and meats.
- Brie: This creamy, soft cheese is perfect for spreading on crackers or bread, and its mild flavor complements a variety of toppings.
- Smoked Gouda: Gouda’s smoky caramel notes are ideal for fall, adding depth and warmth to your board.
Meats
- Prosciutto: Thinly sliced and slightly sweet, prosciutto pairs well with seasonal fruits and a variety of different cheeses.
- Salami: This versatile cured meat has a variety of flavors, from spicy to herb-infused, providing a perfect balance to the other components in your spread.
- Smoked Sausage: The smoky, robust flavor of smoked sausage is quintessentially autumnal and pairs well with strong cheeses and mustards.
Fruits and Vegetables
- Apples and Pears: These quintessential fall fruits are perfect for pairing with cheeses and meats. Slice them thin for easy eating.
- Figs: Fresh or dried, figs add a sweet, chewy texture that pairs beautifully with cheese.
- Cranberries: Fresh or dried, cranberries add a tart and tangy flavor that complements the richness of cheeses and meats. They also bring a vibrant red color to the spread.
- Pomegranates: Pomegranate seeds offer a burst of sweetness and a juicy texture. They provide a unique flavor that pairs well with both savory and sweet elements.
- Grapes: A classic addition, grapes provide sweetness and a pop of color.
- Roasted Vegetables: Add roasted carrots, brussel sprouts, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes for a warm, hearty touch.
Crackers and Bread
- Pumpkin Seed Crackers: These add a seasonal twist and a delightful crunch.
- Sourdough Bread: Thin slices of rustic sourdough are ideal for spreading with cheese and topping with meats and fruits.
- Rosemary Crackers: Infused with rosemary’s earthy flavor, these crackers pair well with various cheeses.
- Multigrain Crackers: Packed with seeds and grains, these healthy crackers add texture and a nutty flavor to your spread.
Nuts and Seeds
- Pumpkin Seeds: Toasted and lightly salted, pumpkin seeds are a must-have for fall boards.
- Walnuts and Pecans: These nuts are naturally sweet and buttery, perfect for autumn.
- Pumpkin Spice Almonds: These almonds add a touch of sweetness and a pleasant crunch.
Fall Treats
- Fall Cookies: Include a variety of fall cookies, such as spiced pumpkin cookies, snickerdoodles, and maple-leaf-shaped cookies.
- Fall Candies:
- Candy Corn: This classic fall candy adds vibrant colors and a nostalgic touch to your board.
- Candy Pumpkins: These adorable pumpkin-shaped candies are perfect for adding a festive touch.
- Caramel Candies: Soft, chewy caramel candies bring a rich, buttery sweetness that pairs wonderfully with nuts and fruits.
Condiments and Spreads
- Apple Butter: Sweet and spiced, apple butter is a quintessential fall spread that pairs well with cheeses and meats.
- Pumpkin Hummus: A savory twist on a classic, pumpkin hummus adds a seasonal flavor.
- Fig Jam: Sweet and slightly tangy, fig jam complements a wide range of cheeses and meats.
Fall Decorations
- Mini Pumpkins and Gourds: Integrate small, decorative pumpkins and gourds around your board.
- Fall Leaves: Use natural or artificial fall leaves as accents around the board.
- Wooden Boards: Serving your charcuterie on a wooden board adds a rustic touch and enhances the seasonal feel of your spread. You can also use large wood slices for a more natural look.
- Mums and Marigolds: These flowers are in full bloom during autumn and add vibrant pops of color to your display.
- Fresh Herbs: Sprigs of eucalyptus, thyme, or rosemary add greenery and a fresh, aromatic touch.
- Cinnamon Sticks and Star Anise: These spices not only add a wonderful fall smell but look great on your board.
- Candles: Adding a few small candles around your charcuterie board can add a cozy ambiance.
Fall Charcuterie Boards for Inspiration
This festive spread is centered around a homemade pumpkin cheese ball and features a mix of sweet, savory, and spiced snacks. It includes items like apple butter, caramel dip, pomegranate seeds, cheddar cheese crackers, Nutter Butter acorns, mini candy corn, and various fruits and vegetables. With an assortment of crackers, pretzels, dried fruits, and fall-themed candies, this board offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures to please any crowd.
This one is a delicious mix of fall-themed sweets, perfect for any Thanksgiving gathering or fall party. The board features an array of treats, including mini fall cupcakes, chocolate turkeys, fall cookies, and jelly pumpkins. To add a salty touch, this platter incorporates nuts, brittle, and pumpkin spice pretzels, too.
This autumnal feast features a mix of sweet and savory pumpkin-themed treats. Highlighting three cheeses—a creamy brie, apricot stilton, and Cotswold Double Gloucester—this board is paired with pumpkin cranberry crisps and a variety of crackers. Sweet elements include pumpkin spice madeleines, cookies, mini mousse cakes, and pumpkin hummus. Seasonal candies, pecans, homemade pumpkin butter, and honey-roasted pumpkin ravioli complete the spread, enhanced by mini pumpkins and thyme sprigs for a decorative touch.
This one has an array of seasonal brunch treats perfect for an autumn gathering. The board's star is fluffy apple cider waffles surrounded by various toppings, including apple butter and pumpkin butter. Fresh fruits like apples and clementines, along with festive candy corn, add a sweet touch. Mini pumpkins and fall foliage enhance the platter's visual appeal.
The snack board is a vibrant celebration of German flavors perfect for Octoberfest gatherings. It features warm pretzels, beer bratwurst, German-style wieners, and smoked ham paired with various cheeses, including smoked gouda and spicy Kass. Complementing these are relishes and sauces like mustard, sauerkraut, and beer cheese. This tray also has apples, nuts, pickles, and breadsticks. Perfectly paired with german beers, it is both a festive and delicious way to celebrate Octoberfest.
This visually stunning and delicious spread is perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings. It features an assortment of meats, cheeses, nuts, and seasonal items like apple slices, pumpkin biscotti, fall-themed cookies, and leaf-shaped tortilla chips. The board is decorated with mini pumpkins, cinnamon sticks, and dried wheat, creating a festive and inviting presentation.
This one combines sweet and savory elements to create a delicious and eye-catching spread. The board features a brie wheel with a leaf cut-out filled with pomegranate seeds, Mimolette cheese, and various fresh fruits like persimmons and berries. It also includes salami, maple leaf cookies, leaf chips, chocolate turkeys, and pumpkins. It is garnished with rosemary sprigs.
Here is the ultimate assortment of crowd-pleasing football snacks perfect for watching the big game. It includes buffalo cauliflower wings, chicken wings, soft pretzels, bacon-wrapped jalapenos, cheese cubes, and a variety of fresh vegetables. Dips such as guacamole, queso, hummus, ranch, and mustard add extra flavor to the board. This large spread ensures there’s something for everyone at your party!
This spread is perfect for a cozy night inside on a chilly night. It includes an assortment of chocolates, such as Hershey's, Ghirardelli caramel squares, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, along with various marshmallows, graham crackers, and cookies. The board is enhanced with spreads such as marshmallow cream, peanut butter, and Nutella and also includes fresh strawberries for a pop of color. It offers endless combinations of s'mores.
This luxurious spread features a variety of cheeses, including aged cheddar, gorgonzola, brie, and manchego, paired with herb-crusted salami and candied bacon. The board includes seasonal fruits like pomegranates, pears, and apples, as well as smoky chipotle pumpkin hummus and bourbon apple butter. Breadsticks, crackers, and roasted nuts complete the ensemble, offering a delicious mix of flavors and textures.
This one is perfect for Halloween parties. The snacks are artfully arranged to resemble a pumpkin. Blackberries and black concord grapes form the eyes, nose, and mouth. Orange-colored foods like cheddar cheese, bell peppers, carrots, cookies, cheese crackers, dried apricots, pumpkin pretzels, and oranges create the pumpkin shape.
This exquisite spread captures the flavors of fall. It features a selection of cheeses and meats paired with seasonal fruits like pomegranates, persimmons, figs, and apples. The board also includes roasted brussels sprouts and green beans, crackers, and extras like cranberry sauce and fig jam. It's perfect for guests to snack on while the Thanksgiving feast is cooking.
This colorful appetizer spread is perfect for holiday entertaining. It features seasonal fruits like apple slices, grapes, and figs. Various cheeses, cured meats, and nuts in this tray provide something for everyone. Presented beautifully with autumnal colors and decorative items like mini pumpkins, this one is sure to impress your party guests.
This elegant and budget-friendly spread costs around $60 and uses ingredients sourced from Trader Joe's. It features a variety of cheeses like brie, cheddar, and manchego, complemented by cured meats, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, and crackers. The board is decorated with mini pumpkins and fresh herbs, making it a festive fall appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
This football-themed charcuterie board is perfect for game day. It features three types of meats, two types of cheeses, spicy nuts, and pickles, all arranged in the shape of a football goalpost. This festive board includes spicy jack cheese, Swiss cheese, salami, pepperoni, summer sausage, petite gherkins, crackers, pretzels, and spicy peanuts. It's designed to be simple yet hearty and will surely please any crowd.
This festive and spooky spread includes a variety of cheeses, such as cheddar, brie, jalapeño pepper jack, and mozzarella balls decorated as eyeballs. The board is completed with meats like prosciutto and salami, fresh and dried fruits such as green grapes, blackberries, green apple slices, and dried apricots. Crackers, nuts, and chocolate-covered peanuts add extra texture, while fun decorations like plastic spiders and skeletons enhance the spooky theme.
This vibrantly spooky spread is perfect for any Halloween party or Hocus Pocus movie night. It features a variety of themed treats such as mint chocolate candies, purple and black lollipops, chocolate donuts, green frosted cookies, gummy frogs, and more. It is arranged creatively with colors and shapes that match a witchy theme. The board also includes pistachios, black grapes, purple candy corn, and green apple popcorn.
This is a simple, seasonal Thanksgiving appetizer that features smoked gouda, Jarlsberg, and peppercorn cheddar. The board is complemented by fresh red and green apple slices, caramel dip, whole-grain mustard, and honey. It also includes a variety of crackers, mini pretzels, caramel candies, and dried apples. Finally, it is garnished with fall leaves.
This is a colorful and fun spread perfect for Halloween celebrations. Featuring a variety of candies in purple, green, and orange, the board includes items like Witch's Brew KitKats, Reese's Bats, ghost PEZ dispensers, M&M's Ghouls Mix, swirl lollipops, and candy eyes. The vibrant colors and spooky shapes create an inviting and festive Halloween treat display, ideal for parties and gatherings.
This one has a festive turkey-shaped design that features a variety of colorful and delicious snacks such as cheese slices, crackers, fresh fruits, and vegetables. The board includes an array of textures and flavors, from crunchy crackers to sweet grapes and apple slices. It’s designed to be both visually appealing and healthy.
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