Jack-O’-Lantern Pepperoni Pumpkin Board
Equipment
- Charcuterie board
- Cheese knife
- Small bowls
Ingredients
- 12 oz sliced pepperoni
- 8 oz cheddar cheese block
- 8 oz gouda cheese block
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 20 round crackers
- 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
- 6 black olives
- 1 small bunch red grapes
- 2 pretzel rods
Instructions
- Cut the cheddar and gouda into bite-size cubes or thin slices and place them in two separate piles on a large round board.
- Fan the pepperoni slices in overlapping circles to form a large pumpkin shape in the center, leaving space at the top for the stem.
- Slice two black olives in half and arrange them as eyes on the pepperoni pumpkin. Use two more olives cut into thin strips to form a jagged mouth.
- Break one pretzel rod in half and set the pieces at the top of the pepperoni to create the pumpkin stem.
- Fill the remaining spaces with the mixed nuts, roasted pumpkin seeds, round crackers, and small clusters of red grapes.
- Serve the board at room temperature so the cheeses soften slightly and the flavors come through clearly.
Notes
Slice the olives just before arranging so they stay glossy and do not dry out. If you want a milder cheese flavor, swap one block for mozzarella. Keep any leftover pepperoni and cheese in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and refresh the crackers right before serving again.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Charcuterie board, Cheese knife, Small bowls
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Charcuterie board, Cheese knife, Small bowls