Save A festive and inviting platter featuring a selection of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and crackers, beautifully paired with a creamy gingerbread dip for a unique holiday twist.
I brought this charcuterie board with gingerbread dip to our family's winter celebration and it quickly became the center of conversation. Everyone enjoyed mixing savory flavors with the creamy, spiced dip.
Ingredients
- Prosciutto: 100 g
- Salami: 100 g
- Smoked ham: 100 g
- Aged cheddar: 150 g, cubed
- Brie: 120 g, sliced
- Gouda: 120 g, sliced
- Red grapes: 1 small bunch
- Green grapes: 1 small bunch
- Apple: sliced
- Pear: sliced
- Dried apricots: 60 g
- Dried figs: 60 g, halved
- Mixed nuts: 50 g (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- Assorted crackers: 120 g
- Breadsticks: 80 g
- Cream cheese: 200 g, softened
- Unsalted butter: 2 tbsp, softened
- Powdered sugar: 60 g
- Molasses: 2 tbsp
- Ground ginger: 1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: ½ tsp
- Ground cloves: ¼ tsp
- Vanilla extract: ½ tsp
- Salt: Pinch
Instructions
- Make the gingerbread dip:
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in flavorings:
- Add powdered sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until creamy and combined. Chill until ready to serve.
- Arrange the board:
- Artfully set out meats, cheeses, fruits, dried fruits, nuts, crackers, and breadsticks on a serving board.
- Serve:
- Place the dip bowl in the center or corner of the board, and let guests pair it with fruit, crackers, or cheese.
Save Our youngest family members enjoyed dipping sweet fruit into the spiced dip, and even picky eaters found something on the board to love. It turned snacking into a shared holiday activity.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowl for dip, cheese knife, spoons, and tongs for serving.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and gluten, as well as tree nuts. Check product labels for additional allergens if needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 420, Total Fat 25 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 16 g.
Save This platter brings festive spirit to your table with almost no cooking required. Enjoy making it your own for any special occasion.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What meats work best for this board?
Prosciutto, salami, and smoked ham offer varied flavors and textures, but you can use your favorite cured meats.
- → How can I adapt this platter for dietary needs?
Choose gluten-free crackers, swap cheeses for dairy-free options, and select nuts that suit allergies and preferences.
- → What pairs well with the gingerbread dip?
The creamy dip complements apple and pear slices, crackers, cheeses, and also gingersnap cookies for a sweet twist.
- → Is this board suitable for large gatherings?
Absolutely. You can scale up quantities for more guests and arrange a larger board or multiple platters for parties.
- → What tools are helpful for serving?
Use a large serving board or platter, a small bowl for the dip, cheese knives, serving spoons, and tongs for easy sharing.
- → How should I assemble the board for best presentation?
Arrange meats, cheeses, and fruits in clusters, fill gaps with nuts and crackers, and place the dip bowl centrally or to the side.