Description
Create a stunning and romantic charcuterie bouquet perfect for date night, combining savory salami roses, heart-shaped cheese, fresh fruits, and sweet treats arranged beautifully in a rustic paper cone. This impressive yet easy-to-assemble bouquet makes a delightful centerpiece and snack for two.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats & Cheeses
- 4 ounces Salami (Consider prosciutto as an alternative)
- 4 slices Thinly Sliced Cheese (Brie or cheddar are great choices)
- Gourmet Cheeses (Explore various flavors; consider pairing with nuts)
Fruits & Sweets
- 6 pieces Pink Macarons (Can swap with brightly colored candies)
- 4 bars Mini Chocolate Bars (Mix flavors for variety)
- 1 cup Red Grapes (Can substitute with your favorite berries)
- 8 ounces Strawberries (Ripe ones preferred; raspberries or cherries can be alternatives)
- 1 cup Pink Yogurt Covered Pretzels (Light-colored candies can be a substitute)
- Fruits (Include apple slices or other seasonal fruits)
Snacks & Garnishes
- 1 cup Crackers (Mix different types for contrast)
- Greens (Fresh herbs or baby spinach for color)
- Nuts (Optional, to add among items for fullness and texture)
- Craft Paper (14×15 inches brown paper)
- Parchment Paper (Slightly larger than craft paper)
- Twine (To tie base of bouquet)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bouquet Base: Cut a piece of brown craft paper measuring 14×15 inches and layer it over a slightly larger piece of parchment paper. Secure the two layers together by folding them tightly into a triangular cone shape. Tie the base of the cone with twine for a rustic and secure finish.
- Set Up Assembly Area: Lay out a large cutting board or butcher paper on your kitchen counter to provide a clean and spacious work surface for arranging the bouquet components.
- Create Salami Roses: Take the salami slices and carefully layer them inside a champagne flute, spiraling them to resemble the petals of a rose. This will be the centerpiece flower of your bouquet.
- Make Cheese Hearts: Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut 3-4 hearts from the thinly sliced cheese. These add charming shapes and visual interest to the bouquet.
- Assemble the Bouquet: Begin arranging the salami roses at the center of the paper cone. Surround these with larger items such as strawberries, pink macarons, and red grapes, spacing them evenly for a balanced look.
- Add Medium & Smaller Elements: Fill in gaps with medium-sized items like cubed cheese and nuts to add volume and texture. Place smaller treats such as yogurt covered pretzels and mini chocolate bars tucked neatly among the other ingredients.
- Finish with Decorative Greens: Add sprigs of fresh herbs like rosemary or baby spinach leaves to bring vibrant color and a fresh aroma to the bouquet. Adjust and fluff the bouquet for fullness.
- Serve & Enjoy: Present your rustic charcuterie bouquet as a romantic centerpiece and a delicious snack perfect for sharing on date night.
Notes
- You can swap the salami with prosciutto or other cured meats according to preference.
- If you don’t have a champagne flute, arrange the salami roses on a flat surface carefully.
- Use seasonal fruits to vary colors and flavors based on availability.
- Heart-shaped cheese shapes add a lovely thematic detail, but thin slices or cubes also work well.
- This bouquet can be customized with nuts, different crackers, or candies for variety and texture.
- To keep the bouquet fresh, prepare and serve immediately or refrigerate briefly before serving.
