Putting together a Ham and Cheese Charcuterie Board is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd without a lot of effort. It looks impressive, tastes incredible and you can build it in minutes with simple ingredients.

Platter with ham and cheese charcuterie.

Charcuterie boards are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookouts or any night when you need a quick snack board to go alongside something hot off the grill.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Easy to customize with your favorite cheeses and snacks.
Works for holidays, cookouts or last minute entertaining.
No cooking – use leftover holiday ham!

Ingredients for Ham and Cheese Charcuterie Board

Ham, sliced thin or cubed (use leftover ham if you have it)
Cheese: Yellow Cheddar, White Cheddar, Garlic & Herb Cheddar
Crackers
Pineapple chunks
Olives
Pickles
Honey mustard sauce
Fresh herbs for garnish

How to Make a Charcuterie Board with Ham & Cheese

Platter of ham, cheese, pineapple, crackers, pickles, olives for appetizer.

Start with a large wooden board or serving tray. Add bowl of honey mustard sauce in the center.
Arrange the ham in a few sections around the board. Fold slices or cube them to add texture.
Slice the cheeses into cubes or thin wedges. Place each type of cheese in different areas to spread color and flavor across the board.
Add crackers in small stacks or loose piles around the ham and cheese.
Spoon pineapple chunks into a small bowl or add directly to the board if well drained.
Place pickles and olives around the board to balance everything.
Garnish with fresh herbs to brighten up the presentation.

Tips for the Best Charcuterie Board

Mix textures by using soft, firm and crumbly cheeses.
Add something sweet like pineapple or fresh fruits like pears or apples to balance the salty ham.
Use a mix of crackers or add toasted baguette slices.
Prep everything ahead, then assemble right before serving.

Appetizer pick with ham, pineapple, cheese, olive.

Building a Ham and Cheese Charcuterie Board is an easy way to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, steaks or burgers and adds a simple snack option to any holiday meal or backyard gathering. If you need something quick and crowd pleasing, this will be a go to favorite.

Ham and cheese charcuterie board with honey mustard, pineapple and crackers.

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Ham and Cheese Charcuterie Board

Easy ham and cheese charcuterie board with simple snacks, fresh fruit and honey mustard sauce. Perfect for holidays or grilling nights.

Prep Time15

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Keyword: holiday appetizers, holiday snacks

Servings:

Calories: 272kcal

Ingredients

2 cups ham cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups cheese cubed – white cheddar, yellow cheddar, garlic and herb cheddar – or your favorites
1 ½ cups pineapple chunks well drained
1 cup olives
1 cup pickles
4 sleeves crackers Any mix of your favorites
¼ cup honey mustard sauce
fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

Start with a large wooden board or serving tray. Add bowl of honey mustard sauce in the center.
Arrange the ham in a few sections around the board. Fold slices or cube them to add texture.
Slice the cheeses into cubes or thin wedges. Place each type of cheese in different areas to spread color and flavor across the board.
Add crackers in small stacks or loose piles around the ham and cheese.
Spoon pineapple chunks into a small bowl or add directly to the board if well drained.
Place pickles and olives around the board to balance everything.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.