Fun 4th of July Charcuterie Boards and Flag Picks Printables

Hello friends, let’s get our Red, White, and Blue on. Let’s create some festive 4th of July Charcuterie Boards! Can you believe that 4th of July is next Friday? Summer time is flying by!  (smile). If you’re having a get together for 2 or twenty, charcuterie boards are the perfect edible centerpiece.

Building a board can come in all kinds of themes and can be savory or sweet. The word “board” for a charcuterie board can be a variety of plates, platters and even baking dishes. You can’t go wrong using a classic wooden charcuterie board though. They come in various sizes and shapes, from rustic to polished. Look for one with a lip to keep everything contained. (smile)

Shilpa from Lentil Loving Family used a cutting board for her 4th of July boards. See more HERE.

You know I love “out of the box” creativity. If you don’t have a dedicated board, let’s think “outside the board.” Marble slabs or wood slices make great boards. A marble slab is fantastic for keeping cheeses and fruits fresh. It stays cool so it’s perfect for a hot 4th of July.

Jodie Marie created her board using a wood slab. Please click HERE for more.

Or a large baking dish in any shape is a fantastic alternative. I’m a big fan of parchment paper. If you line your boards with parchment paper it’s super easy clean up!

Melissa from no.2 pencil used a baking dish! Please click HERE.

Serving platters, or trays are great too. Many of us have large serving platters that are perfect for this yumminess.

Jennifer from Mommy Evolution made hers using a white tray! You can see more HERE

And one of my favorites, a sheet pan! A clean, rimmed baking sheet can be transformed into a generous charcuterie display. Sam from Lifestyles by Sam made hers using my favorite. Please click HERE.

WHAT TO PUT ON A CHARCUTERIE BOARD? The possibilities are endless.

For the color red- Fruits: Strawberries, raspberries, watermelon (cut into star shapes!), cherries Meats: Pepperoni, salami, prosciutto Veggies: Cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper strips

For the color white- Cheeses: Mozzarella balls, white cheddar, brie, goat cheese. Dips: Ranch dip, white bean dip. Crackers: White-colored crackers, pita bread. Fruits: pears, white grapes and apples slices (remember to rinse them with lemon juice to keep them from browning).

For the color blue- Fruits: Blueberries, blackberries. Other: Blue corn chips, a small bowl of blue-colored M&M.

Consider adding almonds, cashews, black olives, green olives, pretzels, the mini pretzel twists or sticks or white chocolate dipped pretzels. Hummus dip and ranch dip are a great addition too.

I made these easy peasy mini flags. I hope you will enjoy using them on your board. (smile)

How cute are these Taco cups from Sarah Scoop! Please click HERE