As the crisp air of fall settles in, there’s no better way to embrace the season’s flavors than with fall charcuterie boards. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving or looking for an easy fall appetizer, these boards bring together the best autumn flavors—apple butter, creamy cheeses, seasonal fruits, and meats.
From turkey-shaped platters to dessert boards, these charcuterie ideas are perfect for any fall gathering!
How to Build a High-Quality Fall Charcuterie Board:
Creating the perfect fall-themed charcuterie board is all about balancing flavors, textures, and seasonal elements. Trader Joe’s often has great options, but any local grocery store will have what you need. Be sure to arrange a variety of textures with cheeses, meats, and seasonal produce.
Here are some simple steps to build your own beautiful and tasty charcuterie board filled with fall flavors and festive charm:
- Choose a Base: Start with a wooden board or tray as the foundation for your fall cheese board.
- Select Cheeses: Hard cheeses like cheddar cheese or aged gouda pair beautifully with soft cheeses such as brie or goat cheese. For something unique, try adding blue cheese or a new cheese you’ve been wanting to taste. Keep them at room temperature for the best flavor, and use cheese knives to serve.
- Add Seasonal Fruits & Vegetables: Fall is the perfect time of year to incorporate seasonal fresh fruits like apples, pears, and figs. Red grapes and dried fruits like apricots also make great additions. You can even introduce some roasted sweet potatoes or small bowls of pumpkin hummus or fig jam to give the board an extra seasonal touch.
- Incorporate Meats & Other Proteins: Deli meats such as prosciutto, salami, and ham are essential for a good charcuterie board. Mix in nuts like pumpkin seeds or walnuts for added crunch. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even create fun fall shapes with meats to add a playful vibe.
- Bring in the Fall Flavors: Fall flavors like pumpkin butter, fig butter, and apple butter are a must. They pair perfectly with cheeses and bread like a French baguette. Don’t forget about the seasonal touches like dark chocolate, maple syrup drizzles, or even some pumpkin spice for that festive fall feel.
- Finish with Details: To truly elevate your autumn board, consider adding mini pumpkins or small spoons to scoop out dips. A color scheme of oranges, browns, and yellows will bring out the beauty of the season. To make your board stand out even more, place it on a plastic wrap until ready to serve, ensuring everything stays fresh for your guests.
Following these simple steps will help you craft the best fall charcuterie board filled with flavors, textures, and a visual feast that everyone will love.
For some of my general tips for making an amazing cheese board, check out my post on cheese board party tips!
Now here are some beautiful fall charcuterie boards to recreate!
Easy Fall Charcuterie Boards to Make
Classic Cheese Board
This fancy cheese board is so easy to prepare and assemble with no complicated ingredient arranging! Everything is placed in one row, garnished with mint, tiny flowers, and sprinkled with nuts and chocolate.
Autumn Cheese Board
Make entertaining a breeze with this stunning Vegetarian Autumn Cheese Board, brimming with an assortment of fresh fruits, crackers, dips, and a variety of cheeses. Quick to assemble and perfect for pairing with your favorite wines, this cheese board is an effortless way to kick off any gathering this fall!
From MelanieCooks.com
Classic Fall Cheese Board
A classic charcuterie board is the perfect addition to fall entertaining.
From WhataGirlEats.com
Mexican Charcuterie Board
This Mexican-themed charcuterie board features cheeses, dips, meats, etc, with a south-of-the-border spicy vibe that is perfect for fall’s cooler days.
Turkey Cracker Cheese Board
Make a charcuterie board that everyone wants to gobble up. This turkey-themed appetizer spread is unbelievably easy to make.
From CuteFetti.com
Fall Pumpkin Decorated Charcuterie Board
This is definitely the best way to celebrate fall! Perfect for fall parties or fun dinner.
From BoulderLocavore.com
French Plateau Board
Try this delicious French plateau, where you’ll be enjoying camembert cheese alongside other “goodies” like raw nuts, dried fruits, and assorted vegetables. No special cooking skills are needed, so let us get started!
From RefreshMyHealth.com
Thanksgiving Dessert Charcuterie Board
This Thanksgiving, wow your guests with an amazing dessert charcuterie board! As far as dessert board ideas go, this Thanksgiving Dessert Charcuterie Board filled with Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip and a variety of cookies and cakes is easy and impressive!
From RoseBakes.com
Leaf Shaped Cheese Charcuterie Board
Craft an exquisite fall charcuterie board with a handpicked assortment of seasonal meats, cheeses, and autumnal highlights like pumpkin, cranberry, and apple.
From HomemadeHooplah.com
Classic Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board
This guide will help you choose cheeses, meats, fruits, and more in the right quantities to make a Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board that you and your guests will love. Plus, it’s an easy Thanksgiving appetizer that you can easily put together in just 5-10 minutes.
From AGratefulMeal.com
Pumpkin Dip Charcuterie Board
The stars of this Fall Charcuterie Board is an amazing Pumpkin Dip and homemade Pumpkin Rolls. Cranberry Sauce, fresh fruit, cheese and cake means there’s something for everyone here!
Football Charcuterie Board
This football charcuterie board is the ultimate game-day appetizer! You’ll be the star of the tailgate party with this one!
From TheSoccerMomBlog.com
Apple and Cheese Board
How to make a simple Fall Apple and Cheese Board that is perfect as a snack or party platter! This cheese board recipe is so great because it can be served as a light dinner, or as an easy appetizer.
Buttercream Pumpkin Board
This creamy and fluffy icing is the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, making it the ideal companion for any type of cookie.
From SustainMyCookingHabit.com
Halloween Charcuterie Board
An easy and affordable Halloween charcuterie board to enjoy before trick-or-treating, share at a Halloween party, and more!!
I hope you loved the fall charcuterie boards you saw here. If you make one, please be sure to tag me @IvoryandNoire on Instagram!
