Looking for a fun and easy Valentine’s day project? Why not try making a Valentine’s charcuterie board?
This exciting and colorful cheese board is perfect for two people and makes snuggling up on a cozy date night at home extra special.
Below, we’re giving you step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious heart-shaped cheese board.
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What Usually Goes On A Charcuterie Board?
The best thing about making a Valentine charcuterie board is that you can customize the board to your liking.
We always make a cheese board on Valentine’s day because we never need an excuse for a traditional charcuterie board!
But if you’re looking for a charcuterie board the whole family will enjoy, then why not make a sweet dessert charcuterie board filled with a selection of heart-shaped cookies, dark chocolate, red candies, and cookies with small hearts in the middle filled with jam?
The good news is you can include anything you want on your charcuterie board but usually, good savory charcuterie boards will include…
- Various types of cheese
- Sweet dip such as fruit conserve, jam or honey
- Nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Selection of deli meat
- Olives
- Bread
- Crackers
So now you’re onto the fun part… creating your own Valentine’s cheese feast!
Let’s do it…
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How To Make A Valentine’s Charcuterie Board
What better way to celebrate love and special occasions than with a board full of delicious meats and cheeses? This recipe will show you how easy it is. All that’s required are some simple ingredients, supplies, and a little creativity!
Valentine’s Charcuterie Supplies
- Small bowl for honey
- Heart-shaped cheese board (a wooden board will also be fine)
- Flowers for filling in empty spaces and decoration
- Wine glasses for making salami roses
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter for cutting cheese into heart shapes
Valentine’s Charcuterie Ingredients
- Brie
- Boursin (soft cheese)
- Cheddar
- Salami
- Crackers
- Grapes
- Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Grapefruit – Sliced and cut into semi-circles
- Orange – Sliced and cut into semi-circles
Valentine’s Charcuterie Method
Step 1. Cheese
Start your board off by laying the most important ingredients first… the cheeses!
Choose opposite corners to lay your cheese for an aesthetically pleasing look.
Step 2. Savory Meats
Next, add your chosen meats to the board. We’ve included a video tutorial for you on how to make an easy salami rose further down this post. Be sure to check it out!
Step 3. Fruits
Add the fruit and a small jar of honey to the board.
Step 4. Flowers
Add a few flower heads around the board to fill up any empty spaces between the ingredients. Of course, they’re not edible but they look super pretty and will take your board presentation to the next level!
How To Make A Salami Rose
Making a salami rose is super easy to do!
- Simply layer slices of salami over the rim of a wine glass.
- Continue layering round and round the rim until you’ve used approximately 10-18 slices of salami
- Turn the wine glass upside down and place it onto a flat surface.
- Lift the wine glass off to reveal a stunning salami rose.
Salami Rose Video Tutorial
Valentine’s Charcuterie Board Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve tried our best to think of everything you might be asking about how to make a perfect Valentine’s cheese board…
But if there’s anything we’ve missed that you need to know then be sure to ask us in the comment section below!
What cheese is good for charcuterie?
The best cheese for your charcuterie board is your favorite cheese!
We chose cheddar, brie, and Boursin soft cheese for this charcuterie board which will give you a great variety.
They’re also all cheeses you can pick up from your local grocery store!
What snacks go with a charcuterie board?
The best charcuterie boards offer a variety of different snacks that will please many different people.
When selecting snacks to go with a charcuterie board, you want something that will pair well with the different meats and cheeses that you’ll be serving.
Think sweet fruits like strawberries and blackberries to complement the salty meats and creamy cheeses.
Some of my favorite options are grapes, figs, roasted almonds, pears, and berries.
How far in advance can you make a charcuterie board?
Charcuterie boards can be prepared approximately 1 hour in advance of serving unless you can keep it covered in the fridge where the board should keep for approximately a day.
However, for best results, we recommend preparing all the items ready for your charcuterie board in advance and preparing the board just before serving.
This is a stress-free way to serve your board whilst keeping everything fresh.
Can you put anything on a charcuterie board?
Yes, a charcuterie board is a perfect way to show off your culinary skills and they’re a lot of fun to put together too!
The thing we love most about charcuterie boards is how you can customize the ingredients to suit your taste!
There really are no rules when it comes to preparing a delicious crowd-pleasing charcuterie board!
Conclusion
Putting together a Valentine’s day charcuterie board is one of those creative and fun ideas that will make your date night even more enjoyable and luxurious!
All you need is an adorable heart-shaped board, a selection of three kinds of cheese, two types of deli meat, a jar of sweet dip, and a variety of your fave fresh fruits… simple and delicious!
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