This cookie charcuterie board might just be my crowning glory. As a self-proclaimed cookie queen, there’s nothing I love more than assembling boxes of cookies, organizing cookie swaps, and baking all the new cookie recipes I come across. This is especially true during the holidays. And when it comes to get-togethers, I’ll choose a plate of cookies over a fancy dessert any day.
To close out the holiday season, I would like to share with you another charcuterie board. We kicked off the season with the ultimate crudité platter, a bruschetta board loaded with all your favorite toppings, and an appetizer board everyone will be talking about. Therefore, it makes sense that from the end he concludes the series with the second cookie board.
Check out my favorite ways to make this holiday dessert even more delicious, and step-by-step instructions to make it your own.
How to make a cookie charcuterie board
The best thing about a board like this is that the options are truly endless and can be customized based on what you and your guests like best. But as with any cheese board recipe, I like to think about having some staples to secure the board and start from there.
chocolate cookie. A good cookie board needs chocolate varieties. Whether you’re using chocolate chip cookies, chocolate sandwich cookies, brownie cookies, or even a chocolate peppermint version, there has to be chocolate somewhere on your board.
fruit cookies. Having a cookie with a bit of tangy fruit balances out all the other very sweet options. Think fruity jam and linzer sandwich cookies, citrus and lemon cookies, cookies made with dried fruit, or any other version you like.
Butter cookies. The unsung hero of the cookie world. Simple but rich butter cookies are the perfect cookie for a blank canvas. Plus, they come in a variety of shapes and textures, so from simple shortbread squares to buttery spritzy cookies, there’s something for everyone.
fun cookies. All cookies are fun, but think of this category of cookies as: A little extra. Especially for cookie charcuterie boards, these can help add visual interest and texture. Rely on cookies that aren’t always available and try something new and different.
Recipes perfect for cookie charcuterie boards
While you’re sure to have your favorites, cookie boards are a great opportunity to use a blend of store-bought, bakery-made, and homemade cookies. You don’t have to bake all the recipes yourself. When creating this board, I polled editors about their favorite cookies. These are our favorites:
- Soft sugar cookies with store-bought frosting
- Bakery’s Almond Piselle
- shortbread star
- strawberry linzer cookies
- hazelnut wafer cookies
- Store-bought gingerbread tiles and biscuits
- peppermint bark
- Regular brownie and walnut brownie
- chocolate biscuit
- chocolate chip cookie
I will also introduce some recipes that I would like to share with you.
Assembly tips and tricks
There’s no right or wrong way to assemble a cookie charcuterie board. But along the way, I learned a few tricks to make it look more lofty and festive.
- Organize with cupcake liners. For smaller cookies or candies like peppermint bark, muffin liners can add a little texture while keeping cookies and treats organized.
- Use plates and bowls to group cookies. Using small plates on the board not only adds height and dimension, but also allows you to separate the cookies so the flavors don’t mix.
- Group cookies in different locations. You don’t need 50 different cookie recipes to make your board look gorgeous and cozy. By creating groups of identical cookies on different parts of the board, you can give the board a richer feel while maintaining its integrity.
- Add extras. Peppermint bark, candy canes, caramel candies, candied nuts, marshmallows, and small items like these can help fill in the gaps on the board, but for guests who don’t like sweets as much as others. It can also give you the opportunity to eat small things.
that’s all! Cookie charcuterie boards are the ultimate beautiful dessert, and they couldn’t be easier to create and customize. We hope you enjoy the heaping amount of sweets.Please share your masterpiece with us @camillestyles.