Spring Charcuterie Mini Easter Basket (Printer-friendly)

Colorful spring board with cheeses, meats, fruits, veggies, and treats styled as mini Easter baskets for easy sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4 oz mini fresh mozzarella balls
02 - 4 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 4 oz herbed goat cheese, sliced or rolled into balls

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3 oz salami, thinly sliced
06 - 2 oz smoked ham, rolled

→ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

07 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
08 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - 1 cup seedless grapes
11 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced

→ Sweet Treats

13 - 1/2 cup pastel chocolate eggs or candy-coated chocolates
14 - 1/2 cup bunny-shaped cookies or mini shortbread
15 - 1/2 cup marshmallow chicks or bunnies

→ Accompaniments

16 - 1 cup assorted crackers
17 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts, such as almonds or pistachios
18 - 1/4 cup honey or fruit jam
19 - Fresh herbs, such as mint or basil, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Position small bowls or ramekins to represent mini baskets on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Fill each mini basket with a colorful mix of cheeses, cured meats, and fresh fruits for visual appeal.
03 - Nestle pastel chocolate eggs and cookies into select baskets for festive flair.
04 - Organize crackers, roasted nuts, and vegetables in clusters around and between the baskets.
05 - Place a small bowl of honey or fruit jam for cheese and fruit dipping.
06 - Sprinkle fresh mint or basil over the board for a vibrant spring finish.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to assemble their own mini Easter baskets from the selection.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It's the easiest way to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
  • Every bite is a surprise, mixing sweet and savory in new ways each time.
02 -
  • If the board sits too long before serving, berries and cucumbers can get soggy—add those last.
  • Once I started garnishing with big bundles of fresh herbs, the board felt truly special and the aroma drew everyone in.
03 -
  • Let kids help with basket assembly—they always spot the best hiding spots for treats.
  • Cluster items in small groups for easier grabbing and a more abundant look.
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