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Charcuterie Wreath

This charcuterie wreath turns Brie, cheddar, salami, prosciutto, fruit, and olives into a festive appetizer arranged on a 14-inch round platter. Fresh rosemary creates the wreath-shaped base, with crackers arranged around the outside for serving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Room-temperature standing time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 332
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese
  • 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 bunch fresh rosemary
  • 1 lb grapes seedless
  • 1 cup olives mixed, pitted
  • 0.5 cup dried apricots
  • 8 oz salami sliced
  • 4 oz prosciutto sliced
  • 8 oz crackers assorted

Equipment

  • 1 14-inch round serving platter

Method
 

  1. Remove the Brie and cheddar from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
  2. Rinse and thoroughly dry the rosemary.
  3. Arrange the rosemary sprigs in a wreath-shaped ring around the edge of a 14-inch round serving platter, leaving an opening in the center.
  4. Cut the Brie into wedges.
  5. Cut the cheddar into bite-size cubes.
  6. Arrange the Brie and cheddar in clusters around the ring.
  7. Fill spaces with the grapes and dried apricots.
  8. Place the olives in a small bowl and arrange it in a space in the ring.
  9. Fold the salami and prosciutto loosely and tuck them around the ring.
  10. Arrange the crackers around the outside.
  11. Serve promptly.
  12. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F.

Notes

For the best texture, arrange the crackers around the outside just before serving. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days; freezing is not recommended. Use gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option.