What’s better than celebrating Valentine’s Day with a date night in and a charcuterie board? Learn how to make this Valentines Day charcuterie board for you and your honey!
Valentines Day used to seem overrated to me. It was just another day that seemed like people went over the top and did excessive things for. Although, as cheesy as that sounds, that changed when I met my husband. I know I know you can all gag now.
Although, when you truly meet someone special, the right person, Valentine’s Day will become a special day. A day worth celebrating.
Don’t get me wrong though, I still don’t like to go overboard with it. Simple and classy always goes a long way. That is why this Valentine’s Day charcuterie board for two is the perfect addition to your Valentine’s Day date night in.
A charcuterie board has endless opportunities. Whether you want to go with a certain theme for it or have specific foods you want to put in it. You can go the sweet route, the savory route, or a combination of both.
For this Valentine’s Day charcuterie board, we stuck to the theme of pink and all things romantic. We show you how to make your own rose out of charcuterie meat and we’ll give you all the ideas for what to add onto your charcuterie board!
Now let’s make this charcuterie board together so you can surprise your honey with it!
Why You Will Love This Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board
- Personalized – You can easily personalize this charcuterie board to make it your own. You can add in you and your significant others favorite foods or candies or even pair it with your signature glass of wine. The options are endless.
- Simple – There is no right or wrong when it comes to creating a Valentines Day charcuterie board. The after picture may be intimidating but it really is simple.
- At Home Date Night – Like said above, this charcuterie board is perfect for an at home date night. Lay a blanket on the floor, add your favorite wine, and you have a picnic in the living room! What could be cozier and more romantic?
Best Foods to Add into a Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board
Meats
Prosciutto
Salami
Bologna
Smoked Salmon
Pepperoni
Cheeses
Brie
Asiago
Goat Cheese (plain or flavored)
Gouda
Spreads
Pink/Red Jam
Pink Fruit Dip
Honey
Hummus
Cream Cheese
Sweets
Pink Macaroons
Starbursts
Pink Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Pink M & M’s
Gummies
Cookies
Dark Chocolate
Fruit
Strawberries
Grapefruit
Raspberries
Grapes
Dried Fruit
Extras for Decor
Flowers
Heart Shaped Cookie Cutter (to cut out cheese/others)
Heart Shaped Bowls
Herbs
FAQs
What is the 3-3-3 rule?
The 3-3-3 rule states that there should be 3 meats, 3 cheese, 3 crackers, and 3 extra add-ins on your board. This helps create equal balance within a charcuterie board and ensures there will be enough for all that are eating it!
What is the most popular food for Valentines Day?
Chocolate is the most popular Valentines Day food. It would be great to include this in your charcuterie board! Whether that is with a chocolate bar, brownies, or fondue to dip your fruit in.
What are the best cheese for a charcuterie board?
When it comes to the best cheeses, it is important to acknowledge texture. Having different varieties of textures of cheeses will ensure there is something for everyone! Some good hard cheeses are parmesan, gouda or asiago. Another kind of cheese is firm cheese like Manchego, Colby, or cheddar. As well as adding in a semi soft cheese like Havarti or muenster. And the list goes on and on!
How to Make Your Own Rose out of Salami Meat
This blog post from Planning Inspired walks you through how to make a rose out of salami meat to add onto your charcuterie board. It is a fun and creative way to spice up your Valentine’s Day charcuterie board.
I also love this post by Mama Did It that shows 4 ways to style prosciutto. This will help give you inspiration for how to style the meat on your board!
How to Make a Valentines Day Charcuterie Board for Two
To start, prep your ingredients. This looks like washing and drying the fruit, slicing or cubing the cheese, and rolling the meat.
Now let’s assemble the board! First, lay down the cheese on the board. Arrange it here and there in the corners and middle of the board.
Second, add on the meat to the board. I like to place the meat next to the cheese to bring out the colors.
Thirdly, I added in the crackers onto the board. I like to arrange them in lines and piles. There is no right and wrong when it comes to assembling the charcuterie board!
One of the best parts is adding in the fruit! This really helps the board pop and can give it a valentines feel depending on what kind of fruit you pick.
Now, add in any sweets you may be using. We used chocolate, as it is Valentines Day and that adds a romantic feel. We also did chocolate covered pretzels.
Lastly, it is time for finishing touches! Add in any flowers or herbs in empty spaces and peaking around the board.
Your beautiful Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board is all done and ready to be enjoyed!
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