The Best Charcuterie Boards and Snack Platters For Your Next Party
At a party, a perfect addition to any get-together is the charcuterie board. It’s not just about having meat and cheese on a tray; it’s about adding delicious cured meats, artisanal cheeses, fruits and nuts with beautiful accompaniments like olives, honey or figs. The best part? A charcuterie board can be as easy as making your favorite sandwich at home. Here are four steps to put together an amazing charcuterie board for your next party!
What is a Charcuterie Board?
A snack board can be made in so many ways with so many types of snacks. I love making a breakfast snack board with waffles and pancakes but you can also make fun little snack boards for family activities. Maybe you’d like to do a patriotic snack tray to bring to the family cookout. You can even personalize your snack tray with cute decorations! Here are a ton of fun snack board recipes to try out below.
The Best Charcuterie Board Ideas
Looking for a unique idea for a party? Try one of these charcuterie boards. These snack platters have a variety of ingredients and are sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Breakfast Snack Boards
Try these snack boards for a savory start to your day.
Have a fun brunch with the best bagel toppings.
Have you ever had a European breakfast? This snack board has it all!
Try a pancake board with all the fixings including toppings and sides.
Waffles, syrup, Nutella, bacon, and MORE!
Celebrate a holiday with a special breakfast board with fresh fruit toppings.
Make the best brunch with a collection of all these toppings.
Dessert Charcuterie Boards
Charcuterie isn't just meats and cheeses. Try this sweet option for a playful party display!
S'mores is more than just a campfire and chocolate. Try mixing it up with one of these ideas.
Add fun toppings to your hot chocolate. Marshmallows, sprinkles, and even candy canes.
This pink candy charcuterie is perfect for a birthday, Valentine's Day or just because. Consider it a fun date night idea too!
This hot chocolate board uses vegan ingredients.
Meat and Cheese Charcuterie Boards
Looking for a more traditional party platter? Try one of these!
This charcuterie board is vegan which is perfect for all of your party guests!
This charcuterie board is traditional but never boring.
Meat, cheese, and more!
If you are new to making snack boards, this one is easy enough for beginners.
This summer board is perfect for all your get-together guests.
This charcuterie board includes fresh fruit along with cherries, veggies, and dips.
This charcuterie board is gluten-free.
Holiday Snack Boards
Try one of these specialty snack boards for a festive treat!
Just add red, white, and blue for a festive Memorial Day or July 4th event.
This meat and cheese display is fun to make for the holiday season.
This snack board uses red berries and watermelon for a delicious snack idea.
Chocolate-covered treats for a delicious Valentine's Day snack board.
This is a cute way to celebrate Valentine's Day, an anniversary or a date night.
This Christmas tree charcuterie uses different ingredients than other boards on this list. Try tomatoes and basil for a party feast!
I’m so excited to make some of these snack boards, especially with the holidays coming up. Snack boards are so versatile- I might use one for brunch this weekend! The only problem, is which one to choose?
Personalized Charcuterie Boards

Looking for a custom charcuterie board? Life Family Joy offers custom wood pieces including snack boards, platters, and charcuterie boards. Whether you want a customized cutting board for a wedding or anniversary gift or a family heirloom etched into wood (like a recipe!), visit our shop for inspiration. I can create anything that you can think of to help upgrade your next get-together or gift exchange.
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