Black Cat Olive Charcuterie Board
A playful and crowd-pleasing charcuterie board shaped like a black cat using olives, cheeses, and cured meats. Perfect for Halloween, parties, or fun gatherings. Easy to assemble, delicious to share, and always a conversation starter.
Equipment
- 1 large wooden serving board or slate platter
- 2–3 small bowls (for olives and spreads)
- 1 small cheese knife
- 1 small spoon (for jams or honey)
- 1 pair of serving tongs or forks
- Small ramekins for nuts or dips
- - Toothpicks (for easy snacking)
- Napkins for clean hands
Ingredients
Cheeses:
- 100 g sharp cheddar sliced into triangles
- 100 g brie cut into small wedges
- 75 g gouda cubed
Meats:
- 75 g sliced prosciutto
- 75 g salami rounds
- Olives for black cat shape:
- 150 g whole black olives
- 50 g pitted green olives optional, for decoration
Crackers & Bread:
- 20 small round crackers
- 1 sliced baguette about 10 pieces
Fruits & Nuts:
- 1/2 cup seedless red grapes
- 1/4 cup dried apricots
- 1/4 cup roasted almonds
Optional:
- 2 tablespoons fig jam
- A few sprigs of fresh rosemary for decoration
Instructions
- Wash your hands and prepare all ingredients.
- Slice black olives in half and set aside.
- Cut cheeses into cubes, wedges, or triangles.
- Roll or fold the prosciutto and salami into decorative shapes.
- Place cheeses in the center of the board.
- Use the olives to form the shape of a black cat’s face around the cheese. Use triangle-shaped cheese pieces or crackers for ears.
- Surround the design with rolled meats, crackers, and sliced baguette.
- Add small bunches of grapes, dried apricots, and roasted almonds around the board.
- Place fig jam in a small bowl and set it on the board.
- Garnish with sprigs of rosemary for a touch of green.
- Make sure all items are easy to grab—add cheese knives, toothpicks, and small tongs.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate briefly until serving.