This small charcuterie board, despite the size, is guaranteed to make a big impression. These mini boards are as adorable as they are delicious with cured meats, your favorite crackers, honey comb, and more.
Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or an intimate dinner party, your guests will love finding their own personal charcuterie board. Easily customizable to dietary preferences and made in under 5 minutes, these are perfect for your next event.
In the realm of hosting, we can get caught up in the idea that bigger is better. But I’m here to tell you that small can be just as delicious and sometimes more practical. Whether it’s a cozy family gathering or an intimate date night, these little cheese boards have you covered.
When I’m serving a big crowd, I tend to opt for a charcuterie table or a the classic gluten free charcuterie board. Meat and cheese boards are so versatile which makes them great for nearly any occasion. There are endless ways to customize them for dietary needs, allergies, or even party themes!
Why you’ll love a small charcuterie board
- In just 5 minutes, you can create this beautiful display of your favorite foods.
- The balance of meats, cheese, and honey provide the perfect blend of sweet and savory.
- Making a charcuterie board is a great way to use up leftover meat and cheese.
- It’s perfect for easy snacking, a movie night, or an intimate dinner.
The ingredients
While you can customize this mini charcuterie board to your liking, here are the staple ingredients I recommend.
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- Honey – A honeycomb with a honey stirrer not only tastes great, but elevates the look of your charcuterie board.
- Gluten-free crackers – If you’re not gluten-free you can use regular crackers.
- Cheese – I like to use some sliced cheese and some soft cheese for a vairety of textures.
- Cured meats – Sopressata, Italian dry salami, prosciutto di Parma, and wagyu beef salame are some of my favorites.
- Artichoke hearts or olives – These are completely optional and feel free to replace with other veggies.
- Chocolate – Also optional but who doesn’t have a sweet tooth.
What type of cheese works best?
I like to use a variety of cheeses with different textures. Cheddar, gouda, and Swiss are my favorite semi-hard cheeses while goat cheese, blue cheese, and Marscarpone are my favorite creamy cheeses. Choosing the right kind of cheese is key for creating balance on an epic cheese board.
How to make a small charcuterie board
Step 1: The basics
On the small boards, place cheese, cured meats, and crackers on board.
Step 2: Get sweet
Add the honey comb or chocolate with a little spreading knife.
Step 3: Final touches
Add fresh berries, fresh fruit, or fresh vegetables for an effervescent look.
Pro Tip: You can estimate about 2 ounces of each cheese and meat for each guest.
Tips for success
- Use small bowls to keep the wooden board from getting too messy
- Cut your favorite cheeses into different shapes to add dimension to your small cheese board
- Fresh herbs made a great addition to these snack boards
Can you make charcuterie boards in advance?
Yes, you can make a cheese board in advance and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. However, it’s best to add the crackers right before serving otherwise they will get soggy in the fridge.
What goes well with a charcuterie board?
I like to serve my charcuterie boards with a fun mocktail or drink. This ginger beer mocktail and this virgin mojito recipe are refreshing drinks that pair well with this charcuterie board.
On top of drinks, you can also serve this board with sweets like gluten-free chocolate chip cookies or coconut macaroons.
What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Leftovers deli meat, cheeses and fruits can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Crackers and treats can be places into bags or containers and kept at room temperature.
More charcuterie ideas
- This Thanksgiving charcuterie board makes the perfect appetizer on Thanksgiving.
- An easy charcuterie board filled with different types of cheeses, seasonal fruits, and charcuterie meats is a great way to feed a crowd.
- You can never go wrong bringing a Christmas charcuterie board to family dinner during the holiday season.
- A summer charcuterie board filled with spreadable cheese, dried fruit, and fresh vegetables makes a great appetizer during the warm months.
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Small Charcuterie Board
Ingredients
- 8 ounces GF crackers
- 8 ounces Cheese
- 8 ounces Cured meats
- 4 ounces Honeycomb, honey or chocolates
- 4 ounces Berries or other fresh fruit optional
- Fresh greenery for esthetic optional
Instructions
- Get four small charcuterie boards and place 2 ounces of cheese, cured meats and crackers on each board
- Add some honeycomb or honey with a little spreading knife
- Finish by adding in fresh berries or fruit and the green herbs to give it a live, effervescent look if you'd like
Notes
Tips for success
- Use small bowls to keep the wooden board from getting too messy
- Cut your favorite cheeses into different shapes to add dimension
- Fresh herbs made a great addition to these snack boards
Nutrition
Updated September 2023 with more helpful information.
Abby says
I was so excited to try this recipe out for my Bachelor night! The girls loved it!
Chandice says
So glad to hear it, thanks!