Flavored Butter Board Charcuterie (Printable Version)

Creamy butter board topped with nuts, herbs, honey, and sea salt. Serve with bread and charcuterie for an impressive appetizer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Butter Base

01 - 7 oz unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
02 - 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
03 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated (optional)

→ Toppings

04 - 3 tbsp mixed nuts (pistachios, walnuts, or pecans), roughly chopped
05 - 2 tbsp fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or dill), finely chopped
06 - 2 tbsp honey
07 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ For Serving

09 - Assorted sliced baguette, crackers, or rustic bread
10 - Charcuterie items (prosciutto, salami, cheese) (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Combine softened butter with lemon zest and grated garlic in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated and smooth in texture.
02 - Transfer the butter mixture onto a clean wooden board or large serving platter. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread evenly across the surface, creating gentle swirls for visual appeal.
03 - Sprinkle the chopped mixed nuts and fresh herbs generously over the entire butter surface, ensuring even distribution.
04 - Drizzle honey evenly across the butter board, creating a light glaze over the toppings.
05 - Complete the board with a pinch of flaky sea salt and several cracks of freshly ground black pepper to taste.
06 - Present the board alongside sliced baguette, crackers, and rustic bread. Add charcuterie items such as prosciutto, salami, or cheese if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes literally ten minutes but makes you look like you put in serious effort
  • Completely customizable based on what you have in your pantry right now
02 -
  • Cold butter is the enemy here—pull it out at least an hour before you need it or you'll be fighting with rock hard spread the whole time
  • The board needs to be room temperature too, otherwise the butter starts firming up the second it hits the surface
03 -
  • Use the back of a warmed spoon for spreading if your butter is still slightly firm—the gentle heat helps it glide
  • Let the board sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before serving so the butter softens up even more
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