Looking to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? A Valentine’s Day charcuterie board recipe is the perfect way to set the mood with a mix of sweet, savory, and heart-themed delights.
Whether you’re planning a cozy night for two or hosting a Galentine’s Day gathering, a thoughtfully curated charcuterie board filled with themed treats is an easy yet elegant way to celebrate. From heart-shaped cheeses and salami to colorful crackers, this recipe offers endless possibilities to craft a beautiful and delicious spread.
Let’s dive into creating a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board that’s as stunning as it is satisfying!
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Ingredients you will need for the Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board:
Ingredients 2 servings
- 1 1/2 ounces smoked chicken (fillet)
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 4 straight breadsticks (Grissini)
- 4-5 ounces mozzarella
- 5-6 thinly sliced hard cheese (Swiss)
- 3 oz. salami
- 2 mandarins
- 3 tablespoons mixed nuts (pecans, peanuts, pumpkin seeds)
- 4-5 pink grapes.
- heart-shaped puffs
- heart-shaped crackers
- X O shaped pretzels
- parsley
- to serve – honey
- Heart-shared charcuterie board
- Heart-shaped cookie cutters
Start by choosing premium cured meats like prosciutto, salami, or capicola to create a rich and flavorful base for your charcuterie board. These meats bring a balance of savory, salty, and slightly spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds.
Next, add a variety of cheeses—think rich, creamy brie, sharp cheddar, smooth goat cheese, or nutty manchego. The combination of soft, semi-soft, and hard cheeses provides a delightful contrast in texture and flavor.
To enhance the overall experience, include a selection of nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pistachios for a crunchy contrast. Their subtle flavors will complement the richness of the meats and cheeses while adding an extra layer of texture to the board.
These carefully chosen ingredients form the perfect foundation for your charcuterie board, ensuring a mix of flavors and textures that everyone will love!
Follow the recipe below to create this super cute Valentine’s Charcuterie Board!
Instructions for the Valentine’s Charcuterie Board:
Step 1: Create Fun Cheese Shapes
- Take your selection of cheeses and use cookie cutters to cut out fun shapes like hearts, flowers, or any other cute designs that fit the occasion. These playful shapes will add a fun and festive touch to your charcuterie board, especially for holidays or special gatherings.
- Don’t throw away the leftover cheese from the edges of the cuts! You can repurpose it for a cheese sauce or incorporate it into another recipe—nothing goes to waste!
These shaped cheeses will make your charcuterie board look extra special while ensuring no cheese goes unused!
Step 2: Prepare the Cured Meats for Display
- Prosciutto Arrows: Take thin slices of prosciutto and wrap them around the straight breadsticks (a long, thin cheese or another item like a breadstick). Press gently with your finger to secure the prosciutto in place. This will create cute Cupid’s arrows, perfect for a romantic or playful theme.
- Salami Roses: Fold the salami into quarters, then pair up the quarters to form a rose petal shape. Connect the salami pieces in a circular pattern, creating a delicate rose-like appearance. This adds a visually appealing, layered texture to the board.
- Smoked Chicken Slices: Finally, slice the smoked chicken into thin, even slices. Arrange these slices on the board in a way that highlights their tender texture and smoky flavor.
These creative meat arrangements add both elegance and fun to your charcuterie board, turning each ingredient into an eye-catching piece!
Step 3: Create Heart-Shaped Cheese Layers
- Take a large cookie cutter and press it into a block of cheese to create a heart shape. This will give your charcuterie board a lovely, romantic element, perfect for any special occasion.
- Once you have your heart-shaped cheese, slice it lengthwise to create thinner layers of the heart. This not only adds dimension to the presentation but also makes it easier to serve.
These heart-shaped cheese layers will make your charcuterie board look stunning and add a playful, yet elegant touch to the display!
Step 4: Assemble the Charcuterie Board
- Choose a Heart-Shaped Board: Start with a heart-shaped board for a beautiful, thematic presentation. If you don’t have a heart-shaped board, a round or square board will still work perfectly, but the heart shape adds a lovely touch.
- Add the Tangerines: Peel the tangerines and arrange the segments around the edge of the board. The vibrant orange color adds a fresh, fruity contrast to the meats and cheeses, and the natural sweetness balances the savory elements.
- Arrange the Salami Petals: On one side of the board, place the salami roses you made earlier. Their rich color and delicate shape will create a beautiful focal point.
- Position the Nuts: On the opposite side of the board, arrange the nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pistachios). Use a cookie cutter to keep the nuts together in a neat, circular arrangement to prevent them from scattering. This ensures the nuts stay neatly in place and maintain an organized look.
- Place the Mozzarella Heart: In the center of the board, place a large mozzarella heart you made earlier. This will be the central visual anchor of the board.
- Add the Cheese Hearts: Arrange the smaller cheese hearts around the mozzarella heart to create a lovely cheese centerpiece that ties everything together.
Your charcuterie board is now beautifully arranged with a mix of colors, textures, and flavors, creating an eye-catching and delicious spread! Perfect for impressing guests or serving your family on a special occasion.
Step 5: Final Touches and Presentation
- Place the Arrows: Add the Cupid’s arrows (prosciutto-wrapped around breezeless or breadsticks) at the end of the assembly. Position them in a way that adds a whimsical, romantic touch to the board, drawing attention to the playful theme.
- Decorate with Berries and Herbs: Scatter berries (such as strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries) around the board for a pop of color and natural sweetness. Add some fresh herbs, like rosemary or thyme, to bring a fragrant, vibrant green contrast to the board. These elements will not only enhance the flavor but also make the board more visually appealing.
- Add Valentines: For an extra romantic touch, place small Valentine’s Day-themed decorations, such as paper hearts, or little love notes around the board. These will set the mood for a loving and festive atmosphere.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once everything is beautifully arranged, your charcuterie board is ready to be served! It’s the perfect centerpiece for any romantic occasion, whether it’s a cozy Valentine’s Day celebration, a date night, or a family gathering.
This charming and delicious spread will impress your guests, filling both the eyes and the stomach with festive joy and flavorful treats!
Valentine's Charcuterie Board Recipe and Tutorial
Equipment
- 1 charcuterie board
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz smoked chicken (fillet)
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 4 straight bezels
- 4-5 oz mozzarella
- 5-6 thin slices hard cheese (Swiss)
- 3 oz salami
- 2 mandarins
- 3 tbsp mixed nuts (pecans, peanuts, pumpkin seeds)
- 4-5 pink grapes
- multi crackers
- multi heart-shaped puffs
- parsley to serve
- honey to serve
Instructions
- Using cookie cutters, cut out hearts, flowers, or other cute shapes. Don't throw awaythe leftover cheese, you can use it for the cheese sauce.
- Wrap the prosciutto around the straight breezeless and press down with your finger.You get cute cupid's arrows. Fold salami into quarters. Connect the sausage quarters in pairs as in the photo. Make light rose petals. Cut the smoked chicken into slices.
- Use a large cookie cutter to form a heart. Slice the large heart lengthwise.
- Assemble the board. A heart-shaped board is ideal. Peel the tangerines and arrange them around the edge of the board. Place the salami petals on one side of the board. Arrange the nuts on the other side. We used a cookie cutter to keep the nuts from falling apart. Place a large mozzarella heart in the center. Arrange the cheese hearts in the center.
- Continue laying out the ingredients. Place the arrows at the end of the assembly. Decorate the board with berries and herbs. Add valentines for a romantic mood and serve the board.
Valentine’s Charcuterie Board Beverage Pairing
No charcuterie board is complete without a thoughtful beverage pairing.
Choose a bottle of sparkling wine, champagne, or a rich red wine to complement the various flavors on the board.
Don’t forget to add plain water to refresh the flavor.
Valentine’s Charcuterie Board Ambiance
Set up soft candlelight, fragrant flowers, pleasant music and cozy plaids to create a romantic atmosphere.
By sharing this sumptuous charcuterie board, you’re not just enjoying a meal, you’re creating cherished memories.
More Valentine’s Charcuterie Board Ideas and Comments?
Let the delightful combination of flavors and textures be the backdrop for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day celebration filled with love and the joy of sharing a meal together.
Comment below if you will create their charcuterie board for your loved one! What do you think about this recipe?
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Komarova Natalia says
simple and elegant recipe!
Becky says
Thanks!!