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    Charcuterie Wreath

    Published: Nov 30, 2021 · Modified: Nov 6, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This charcuterie wreath is a pretty and festive appetizer that will steal the show at any holiday party or Christmas dinner. The 'wreath' is made from skewers filled with antipasto, Italian-inspired ingredients (tomatoes, mozzarella, salami and olives).

    charcuterie wreath

    This is a simple way to make a charcuterie wreath that's ready in about 15 minutes and uses only 5 ingredients. You can also make it ahead of time if you need to save time on the day of an event.

    The best part of this wreath is that it looks impressive but is fail-proof: you can customize it with your favorite ingredients and serve it on any large platter or cutting board you have on hand. It's always pretty and tasty!

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    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make this recipe. The full recipe card and ingredient list can be found at the bottom of the page.

    • 4" skewers
    • Salami
    • Mozzarella balls
    • Grape tomatoes
    • Green olives
    • Rosemary sprigs
    charcuterie wreath ingredients

    Instructions

    Here's how to make this recipe in 4 simple steps:

    Step 1: Assemble the skewers. Layer the salami, mozzarella, tomatoes, and olives. Fold the salami in half or quarters before adding it to the skewers. Assemble the skewers randomly, changing up the order of the ingredients.

    charcuterie wreath

    Step 2: Arrange the skewers. Place them in a circle on a large serving platter or cutting board. Add them in 2 layers if needed, depending on the size of your wreath.

    Step 3: Tuck the rosemary into the wreath. Add it underneath your top layer so that it’s barely sticking out.

    Step 4: Serve. enjoy immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Optionally, serve with a side of balsamic glaze or Italian dressing for dipping. Alternatively, drizzle the glaze or dressing over your wreath before serving.

    Substitutions

    Here's some of the most popular substitutions and additions for this recipe:

    • Olives: green olives or a mix of green and black olives can be used. Popular options include castelvetrano olives (green) or kalamata olives (black). The olives should be pitted (pits removed). 
    • Salami: thin-sliced salami works best. I used a mix of Genoa and Milano salami but you can use any variations.
    • Mozzarella: look for small or medium balls. I used an 8 ounce container of Ciliengine balls (cherry sized). If you use larger balls you can also cut them in half.
    • Tomatoes: use grape or cherry tomatoes
    • Other additions: some other popular additions to this wreath include peperoncini, sweet cherry peppers and artichoke hearts
    charcuterie wreath

    Storage

    • In the fridge: store your assembled wreath covered (airtight) in the fridge. It will taste best when eaten within 1 - 2 days but it will stay good for up to 3 - 4 days when stored properly.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What skewers work best for this recipe?

    4u0022 skewers (either wood or bamboo) work best. These are perfect to make appetizer-sized skewers.

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    Yes, this can be made ahead of time: assemble your wreath and then store it, covered, in the fridge. It's best when served immediately or a few hours after assembly; but you can also store it overnight to save time on the day you want to serve it.

    How do you serve a charcuterie wreath?

    The simplest way to serve it is on a cutting board or serving platter! Optionally, you can also serve it next to a small bowl of balsamic glaze or Italian dressing for dipping. It can also be served with crackers or sliced bread.

    charcuterie wreath

    Top Tip

    How to Make a Perfect Circle: When it's time to arrange the skewers in a circle, start by placing one skewer at the far top, bottom, left, and right of your serving plate so that they form a square.

    This will help keep your circle even and perfectly round. Then fill in the spaces between the first 4 skewers with the remaining ones.

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    Charcuterie Wreath


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    5 from 4 reviews

    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 10 1x
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    Description

    This charcuterie wreath is a pretty and festive appetizer that will steal the show at any holiday party or Christmas dinner. The 'wreath' is made from skewers filled with 5 simple, antipasto-inspired Italian ingredients (tomatoes, mozzarella, salami and olives).


    Ingredients

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    • 35 skewers (4" skewers, wood or bamboo)
    • 8 ounces salami
    • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (about 20 - 25 balls)
    • 10 ounces grape tomatoes
    • 8 ounces green olives* (pits removed)
    • 5 - 8 fresh rosemary sprigs

    Instructions

    1. Assemble the skewers by layering the salami, mozzarella, tomatoes, and olives. Fold the salami in half or quarters before adding it to the skewers. Assemble the skewers randomly, changing up the order of the ingredients.
    2. Arrange the skewers in a circle on a large serving platter or cutting board. Add them in 2 layers if needed, depending on the size of your wreath.
    3. Tuck the rosemary into the wreath, adding it underneath your top layer so that it’s barely sticking out.
    4. Enjoy! Optionally, serve with a side of balsamic glaze or Italian dressing for dipping. Alternatively, drizzle the glaze or dressing over your wreath before serving. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

    Notes

    *Olives: green olives or a mix of green and black olives can be used. Popular options include castelvetrano olives (green) or kalamata olives (black). The olives should be pitted (pits removed). 

    Salami: thin-sliced salami works best. I used a mix of Genoa and Milano salami. 

    Mozzarella: look for small or medium balls. I used an 8 ounce container of Ciliengine balls (cherry sized).

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Cuisine: Italian Inspired

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 243
    • Sugar: 1.1
    • Sodium: 494
    • Fat: 20.6
    • Saturated Fat: 10.4
    • Carbohydrates: 2.8
    • Fiber: 0.9
    • Protein: 13.4
    • Cholesterol: 56

    Keywords: antipasto, appetizer, charcuterie, cheese plate, Christmas, holidays, thanksgiving, wreath

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    Comments

    1. Marie K.

      December 01, 2021 at 7:55 am

      5 stars
      Such a cute idea!! Got lots of compliments on this one!

      ★★★★★

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    2. Teasie

      December 14, 2021 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      Easy, fun, and festive!

      ★★★★★

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      • Megan

        December 15, 2021 at 8:20 am

        Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

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