Anchor Maritime Charcuterie Board (Print)

Nautical-themed board with cheeses, fruits, and rope-like pretzels artfully arranged in an anchor shape.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz creamy brie, cut into wedges
02 - 4.2 oz herbed goat cheese, rolled into small balls
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced

→ Meats (optional)

04 - 4.2 oz smoked salmon slices
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto

→ Breads & Crackers

06 - 3.5 oz large twisted pretzels (rope-like)
07 - 2.8 oz round water crackers
08 - 2.1 oz baguette slices

→ Fruits

09 - 3.5 oz blueberries
10 - 2.8 oz black grapes
11 - 1 small apple, sliced
12 - 1.8 oz dried apricots

→ Vegetables

13 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
14 - 2.8 oz sugar snap peas
15 - 1.8 oz radishes, halved

→ Dips & Spreads

16 - 2.8 oz whipped cream cheese, tinted light blue with natural food coloring
17 - 2.1 oz tzatziki or herbed yogurt dip

→ Accents & Garnishes

18 - 1.4 oz white chocolate seashells or candies (optional)
19 - Fresh dill sprigs or edible blue and white flowers for garnish

# Method:

01 - Select a large wooden board or serving platter to serve as the foundation.
02 - Arrange the large twisted pretzels in the shape of an anchor at the center of the board, overlapping as needed to create a rope-like effect.
03 - Place small bowls containing whipped blue cream cheese and tzatziki at the anchor's ends or at the anchor's eye for convenient dipping.
04 - Alternate clusters of brie wedges, herbed goat cheese balls, blue cheese, smoked salmon, and prosciutto (if used) inside the anchor outline for vibrant visual appeal.
05 - Scatter blueberries and black grapes along the anchor outline and fill gaps with dried apricots and apple slices to enhance coastal color.
06 - Arrange cucumber slices, sugar snap peas, and halved radishes around the anchor shape, maintaining the blue-and-white theme in presentation.
07 - Distribute round water crackers and baguette slices around the perimeter of the board outside the anchor for easy access.
08 - Decorate with optional white chocolate seashells and scatter edible blue and white flowers along with fresh dill sprigs to evoke a seaside ambiance.
09 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires zero cooking, just thoughtful arrangement and a sense of fun
  • The nautical anchor design immediately transports your guests to a seaside escape, no matter where you're gathering
  • You can customize it endlessly based on what you have on hand or dietary preferences
  • Everyone gets their perfect bite—creamy cheese, salty cured meats, crunchy vegetables, and sweet fruits all in one beautiful presentation
02 -
  • Arrange everything the day before except the most delicate items—cucumber, apple, and any moisture-sensitive elements should go on within an hour of serving to maintain crispness
  • Keep your whipped cream cheese and tzatziki cold in small bowls until the last moment. They're the anchors that hold your whole composition together visually and practically
  • The pretzels are your outline's foundation—don't be shy about overlapping and adjusting them. They're flexible and forgiving
  • Use natural food coloring for your blue cream cheese. Spirulina adds a beautiful blue-green and tastes slightly herbal; butterfly pea powder is purer blue. Both work beautifully
03 -
  • Toast your baguette slices lightly ahead of time if your kitchen runs warm—they stay crunchier longer and won't get soggy from moisture on the board
  • Arrange all your components by type in small bowls first, then place them on the board. You'll work faster and see if you have the right proportions before committing to placement
  • Keep the smoked salmon and prosciutto near the end of your assembly—they're delicate and look better when they haven't been sitting out getting dry
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