Deer Antler Charcuterie Board (Printable)

A wild-inspired board combining game meats, artisan cheeses, dried figs, nuts, and fresh rosemary for elegant entertaining.

# What You Need:

→ Game Meats

01 - 4.2 oz venison salami, thinly sliced
02 - 4.2 oz smoked elk sausage, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz wild boar prosciutto, torn into pieces

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
05 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced
06 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Accompaniments

07 - 3.5 oz dried figs, halved
08 - 2.8 oz mixed nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds)
09 - 2.1 oz cornichons or small pickles
10 - 2.1 oz whole grain mustard
11 - 5.3 oz seedless grapes, washed
12 - 2.1 oz wild berry jam

→ Breads and Crackers

13 - 1 small baguette, sliced
14 - 3.5 oz rustic crackers

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs

# Directions:

01 - Arrange deer antlers, if used, on a large clean wooden board or platter as a centerpiece.
02 - Fan out venison salami, elk sausage, and wild boar prosciutto neatly around the antlers or board center.
03 - Place aged cheddar, smoked gouda, and blue cheese in separate clusters with space for each variety.
04 - Fill gaps with dried figs, mixed nuts, cornichons, and seedless grapes for balanced textures and flavors.
05 - Spoon wild berry jam and whole grain mustard into small ramekins and set on the board.
06 - Place sliced baguette and rustic crackers on one side or in a basket adjoining the board.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs to impart aroma and enhance visual appeal.
08 - Serve immediately ensuring all items are easily accessible to guests.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Features a variety of rich game meats and cheeses
  • Perfect for elegant gatherings and easy to assemble
02 -
  • Substitute game meats with high-quality beef or pork charcuterie if unavailable
  • Deer antlers are for decorative use only do not use for serving food directly
03 -
  • Choose a mix of textures and colors to create visual interest
  • Serve with a complimentary full-bodied red wine such as Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon
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