Charcuterie Board Ube Macarons (Print Version)

Cured meats, cheeses, fruits, ube macarons, and accompaniments form a colorful board for serving and sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cured Meats

01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz salami
03 - 3.5 oz soppressata

→ Cheeses

04 - 3.5 oz brie cheese
05 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 3.5 oz manchego cheese

→ Fruits

07 - 1 cup seedless grapes
08 - 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium apple, sliced
10 - 1 medium pear, sliced

→ Accompaniments

11 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
12 - 1/4 cup dried apricots
13 - 1/4 cup fig jam or honey
14 - 1 small baguette, sliced
15 - 1 box assorted crackers

→ Ube Macarons

16 - 12 ube macarons, store-bought or homemade

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Lay the prosciutto, salami, and soppressata on a large serving board in loose folds or small piles to create natural texture.
02 - Slice brie, cheddar, and manchego cheeses and arrange each type in its own section, fanning out slices for presentation and easy access.
03 - Place grapes, mixed berries, apple slices, and pear slices on the board, grouping similar fruits together for visual appeal.
04 - Distribute mixed nuts and dried apricots in small piles or bowls around the board. Fill gaps with crackers and sliced baguette.
05 - Place a small dish filled with fig jam or honey on the board for spreading.
06 - Nestle ube macarons in a prominent position, or distribute them creatively among the fruits and cheeses.
07 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy. For best flavor and texture, allow ube macarons to come to room temperature before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect for entertaining any time of year
  • Colorful spread with diverse flavors and textures
  • Quick to assemble with store-bought or homemade macarons
  • Easily adapted for vegetarian or gluten-free diets
02 -
  • High in protein and packed with fiber-rich fruits and nuts
  • Freezes surprisingly well if assembled without crackers or bread
  • Easily customized based on season and dietary needs
03 -
  • Keep cheese at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes before guests arrive to ensure the fullest flavor
  • Slice fruits and bread fresh but fan them out right before serving so they do not brown or dry out
  • Get creative with layout and do not stress about perfection—boards should look abundant and inviting rather than orderly

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