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How to Create a BOO-tiful Halloween Charcuterie Board

October 7, 2020 Comments : 26

Let’s be real, there’s nothing ‘normal’ about this year. So, it’s not surprising that many of us mamas have been listening, wondering, and attempting to guess if we’ll be able to celebrate a NORMAL Halloween in 2020. Will trick or treating even be a thing this year? Who knows, but it’s good to have a backup plan, just in case! Enter, the Halloween Charcuterie Board. If you’re considering tossing your traditional Trick or Treating plans aside in favor of a small gathering with friends, spooky charcuterie will impress even the toughest critics!

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas

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Charcuterie is a great choice year-round, but it’s especially fun when you can throw a theme into the mix. There are SO many Halloween-themed goodies out there, you can really take your board in any direction – sweet, savory, or a nice mix of both. While we know kids can live off sugar alone, the grown-ups may prefer cheeses, charcuterie meats, nuts, etc. I love including a little bit of both worlds when I know kids and adults will be sharing – below, I’ll highlight some ideas for creating the perfect Halloween charcuterie board.

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas


Festive Colors

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas

You can pull off wild colors on Halloween, so feel free to play up the orange, green, purple and black! There are lots of ways to incorporate fun colors, from candies and cookies to fruits, veggies and Halloween tchotchkes. A few colorful examples: Concord grapes, green olives, Stilton cheese with apricots, Toscano cheese with a Syrah rind, candy corn, candy pumpkins, pumpkin spice pretzels, Halloween M&Ms, etc. The possibilities are endless! You can find some of my Trader Joe’s fall favorites here.

Different Textures and Shapes

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas

A great charcuterie board incorporates plenty of textures, shapes and varying heights. Whether it’s thinly sliced prosciutto, crumbly cheeses or a fun ghost-shaped Brie, it’s easy to achieve a nice balance across your board.  

Mix of Sweet and Savory

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas

Traditional charcuterie includes a lot of savory meats and cheeses, but for Halloween, you get a free pass to include as much sugar as you’d like! We all know the kiddos will love the fun Halloween-themed candies, and they make a great addition for a festive board. For placement, I like to start with the big stuff first – I arrange my cheeses, then add the meats, followed by fruits and veggies and finally, fill in the nooks and crannies with cookies, Halloween candies and nuts. 

Spooky Decor

Halloween Charcuterie Board Ideas

Because it’s Halloween, it’s fun to add some cute, spooky decor to your board. You can find the perfect pieces at Target, the dollar store or your local party or craft store. I picked up mini skulls, decorative bones, battery-operated string lights, glow sticks, and plastic spiders for my boards.

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  1. Danielle says

    October 7, 2020 at 7:44 am

    I always love a themed charcuterie board! This turned out so fun. 🙂

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    • Brittany says

      October 7, 2020 at 9:40 am

      Yes, they’re so fun! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  2. Jill says

    October 7, 2020 at 7:48 am

    I love making charcuterie boards and this one is so fun and festive! I’m pinning and will be recreating soon!

    Jill – Doused in Pink

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    • Brittany says

      October 7, 2020 at 9:40 am

      Yay, have fun with it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Rebecca @ Every Piece Fits says

    October 7, 2020 at 8:41 am

    I love fun charcuterie boards! This would be spooky cute for a Halloween party.

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    • Brittany says

      October 7, 2020 at 9:40 am

      Yes, it would be such a fun addition to a Halloween party! <3

      Reply
  4. joanne says

    October 7, 2020 at 9:32 am

    That looks too pretty to eat! LOL What a great job.

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    • Brittany says

      October 7, 2020 at 9:41 am

      Haha! Almost too pretty, but no one can resist cheese! 😉

      Reply
  5. Tiffany says

    October 7, 2020 at 10:36 am

    Gorgeous as always!! You have a gift at these boards. Like others said, almost too pretty to eat.

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    • Brittany says

      October 7, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      Aww you are too sweet! <3 It's so much fun!

      Reply
  6. Julia Hess says

    October 8, 2020 at 9:13 am

    I just created my first Charcuterie board this past weekend and it was so fun. I love the endless possibilities. This is a great post on a themed charcuterie board.

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    • Brittany says

      October 8, 2020 at 9:16 am

      Thank you! It’s such a fun project!

      Reply
  7. Lynne says

    October 8, 2020 at 9:27 am

    Wow! You have a gift! You make this sound so simple, my boards are never this amazing looking. The taste is fine, but the look is flat. I love the tips that you provide. Thank you!

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    • Brittany says

      October 8, 2020 at 3:26 pm

      Aww thank you! I️ hope the tips were helpful!

      Reply
  8. Darby says

    October 8, 2020 at 10:18 am

    This is one of the BEST charcuterie boards I’ve ever seen!! I have never created one because I do not know where to begin, but this post was sooo helpful and I think making one for Halloween would be so cute!

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    • Brittany says

      October 8, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      Aww you are too kind! <3 Halloween themed boards are so fun!

      Reply
  9. Sarah says

    October 8, 2020 at 10:50 am

    I love charcuterie! And this board is no exception-it’s so fun! I love all the suggestions you gave, and you put it together so beautifully. It’s perfect for Halloween!

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    • Brittany says

      October 8, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      Thank you! It was fun!

      Reply
  10. Tori Daly says

    October 8, 2020 at 12:19 pm

    So creative + cute! Love that it’s a great mix of healthy + “treat” items. And the skeleton hand is the perfect finishing touch!

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    • Brittany says

      October 8, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      It’s a fun touch, right?! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Ferra says

    October 8, 2020 at 9:44 pm

    I’m definitely saving this for some imagination!

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    • Brittany says

      October 9, 2020 at 3:11 pm

      <3 <3 <3

      Reply
  12. Kate Puscas says

    October 9, 2020 at 4:33 pm

    This is so fun!! Very beautifully arranged. I LOVE charcuterie but have never done a themed one! Coming soon to my house for sure- thanks for the tips.

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    • Brittany says

      October 12, 2020 at 7:26 am

      Thank you! Themed boards are so fun!

      Reply
  13. Christina says

    October 11, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    This is so cute! I loveee the ghost brie and the incorporation of the festive colors. Looks delicious. I’m also a big fan of how you folded your meats. Looks great.

    Reply
    • Brittany says

      October 12, 2020 at 7:26 am

      Thank you! The ghost brie is a fun touch! <3

      Reply

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