Is it a holiday without a themed charcuterie board? This Valentine's Day charcuterie board is one of my favorite ways to put together an appetizer spread for a girls' night or date night.
You'll love this Valentine's Day charcuterie board
It's fun to put together. I love going shopping for charcuterie boards, especially a holiday-centric charcuterie board. This Valentine charcuterie board has all the classics, like some of my favorite cheeses, paired with some really fun seasonal products and sweet treats.
You can include a little bit of everything. Don't be afraid to mix the sweet with the savory! I love adding some desserts onto cheese boards.
It can be an appetizer or the main meal. This is what I love about charcuterie boards! You can serve them as an appetizer before a brunch or dinner, or it's perfect for grazing your way through dinner with some wine an friends, or a date!
What to include on the perfect Valentine's Day charcuterie board
One reason why I love charcuterie boards so much is because it's a great way to include a little bit of everything for everyone! No matter what your preferences are, I bet there is always something you'll love on a charcuterie board.
Cheeses
I always like to include 3 different cheeses on any charcuterie board. Having a variety of cheeses is essential for any charcuterie board. Here are some of my favorites.
Soft Cheese
- Brie Cheese
- Burrata
- Feta
- Cream Cheese
- Ricotta
Semi-Hard Cheeses
- Cheddar
- Gouda
- Gruyere
- Edam
Hard Cheeses
- Parmesan
- Pecorino
- Asiago
Meats
I included 2 different types of meat on this board, and it was perfect for the 3 of us!
- Salami - if you want to get really fun, here's how you can make salami roses! Such a great option to add an extra level of love to your Valentine's charcuterie boards.
- Proscuitto - I love making proscuitto ribbons, I think they just add such a dainty touch to make beautiful boards.
Fresh Fruit
Fresh fruit is a must and such a great addition for adding more color to your board. Here are some red and pink fruit to include.
- Fresh strawberries
- Raspberries
- Figs
- Dragon Fruit
Themed Candy + Treats
Take yourself through the seasonal aisle at your local grocery store and have fun picking out your favorite Valentine's Day treats! Here are some suggestions to start.
- Conversation Hearts - I recommend putting these in a small bowl or even in a heart cookie cutter! Theses are also so small and perfect for filling up any empty spaces on the board.
- Chocolate Hearts, or any heart-shaped treats, really!
- Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Yogurt or chocolate-covered pretzels
- Chocolate truffles
- Sugar cookies, especially heart-shaped ones or ones with pink frosting!
Dips + Spreads
You need dips and spreads on a classic charcuterie board, and especially a Valentine's day board.
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Chocolate Hummus
- Fruit Dip
- Tzatziki
- Cannoli Dip
- Whipped Ricotta
Valentine's Day charcuterie board necessities
Before you get started making your board, you'll want to make sure you have all the necessities.
- Board: I recommend a wooden board, a marble slab, or this super cute heart plate I got from Target!
- Serveware: You'll need small bowls or small ramekins, plus spoons, and cheese knives.
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Valentine's Day Charcuterie Board
Is it a holiday without a themed charcuterie board? This Valentine's Day charcuterie board is one of my favorite ways to put together an appetizer spread for a girls' night or date night.
Ingredients
- Brie Cheese
- White Cheddar Cheese
- Roasted Red Pepper Goat Cheese Dip
- Prosciutto
- Salami
- Yogurt Pretzel Hearts
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
- Conversation Hearts
Instructions
- Start by placing your larger items down, which will be your cheeses. Place your cheeses in the "corners" of the board.
- Next, I add anything that is in small bowls. So that would be jams, dips, spreads, or candy.
- After you have the largest items on the board, you can start adding some different textures with the rest of your ingredients.
- Fold the proscuitto and salami and place around the board.
- Next, fill in some gaps with your fresh produce.
- Last but not least, there will be some smaller empty spaces, and I always like filling those with nuts or candy.
Notes
What to include on the perfect Valentine's Day charcuterie board
One reason why I love charcuterie boards so much is because it's a great way to include a little bit of everything for everyone! No matter what your preferences are, I bet there is always something you'll love on a charcuterie board.
Cheeses
I always like to include 3 different cheeses on any charcuterie board. Having a variety of cheeses is essential for any charcuterie board. Here are some of my favorites.
Soft Cheese
- Brie Cheese
- Burrata
- Feta
- Cream Cheese
- Ricotta
Semi-Hard Cheeses
- Cheddar
- Gouda
- Gruyere
- Edam
Hard Cheeses
- Parmesan
- Pecorino
- Asiago
Meats
I included 2 different types of meat on this board, and it was perfect for the 3 of us!
- Salami - if you want to get really fun, here's how you can make salami roses! Such a great option to add an extra level of love to your Valentine's charcuterie boards.
- Proscuitto - I love making proscuitto ribbons, I think they just add such a dainty touch to make beautiful boards.
Fresh Fruit
Fresh fruit is a must and such a great addition for adding more color to your board. Here are some red and pink fruit to include.
- Fresh strawberries
- Raspberries
- Figs
- Dragon Fruit
Themed Candy + Treats
Take yourself through the seasonal aisle at your local grocery store and have fun picking out your favorite Valentine's Day treats! Here are some suggestions to start.
- Conversation Hearts - I recommend putting these in a small bowl or even in a heart cookie cutter! Theses are also so small and perfect for filling up any empty spaces on the board.
- Chocolate Hearts, or any heart-shaped treats, really!
- Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Yogurt or chocolate-covered pretzels
- Chocolate truffles
- Sugar cookies, especially heart-shaped ones or ones with pink frosting!
Dips + Spreads
You need dips and spreads on a classic charcuterie board, and especially a Valentine's day board.
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Chocolate Hummus
- Fruit Dip
- Tzatziki
- Cannoli Dip
- Whipped Ricotta
Valentine's Day charcuterie board necessities
Before you get started making your board, you'll want to make sure you have all the necessities.
- Board: I recommend a wooden board, a marble slab, or this super cute heart plate I got from Target!
- Serveware: You'll need small bowls or small ramekins, plus spoons, and cheese knives.
