Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath

This easy to prepare Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath is sure to be a stunning centerpiece at your holiday celebrations. Made with classic antipasto ingredients and flavors, this simple and elegant holiday appetizer is fresh, festive and so delicious!

Looking for more delicious holiday appetizers? Here are some of our favorites: Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheese Balls, Charcuterie Board and Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels!

Charcuterie Wreath

Easy entertaining is essential during the busy holidays and this gorgeous Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath is just that. This simple and elegant holiday appetizer combines classic antipasto flavors in easy to serve charcuterie skewers. Whether you’re planning a casual family gathering, holiday party or just a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and amazing flavor.

The festive wreath design is simple to make and the appetizer can be made ahead of time for effortless entertaining. Loaded with fresh flavors and savory favorites, the easy to assemble skewers are both practical and pretty. Serve with high quality balsamic vinegar and olive oil alongside crackers or a freshly sliced baguette for a truly flavorful experience.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This easy holiday appetizer is perfect for casual get togethers or holiday parties. This wreath combines the rich flavors of classic Italian antipasto with the presentation and charm of a charcuterie board.

• Visually Stunning: The festive wreath presentation is so fun and appealing. Your guests will love that it’s as delicious as it is gorgeous!
• Quick and Easy: This recipe is all about assembly. Gather the ingredients together, assemble the skewers, plate and serve. It doesn’t get any easier.
• Full of flavor: With the classic antipasto flavor and fresh herbs, this is one appetizer that is sure to please.

Charcuterie Wreath Ingredients

The fun of this recipe is that you can completely customize it based on what YOU like. This is a great baseline to start from but feel free to substitute ingredients as needed. As always, scroll to the bottom of this post for the full, printable recipe card.

• Meats: Dry Salami and Prosciutto
  • Dry Salami and prosciutto are pretty classic antipasto ingredients. Feel free to use any other cured meat you like. Here are some great options:
    • pepperoni
    • pancetta
    • coppa
    • soppressata
• Olives: Green and Black
  • I used green Castelvetrano olives for their delicate flavor. Buttery with a smooth flavor and texture, these olives are a great choice. Can’t find Castelvetrano? No problem, any other green olive will work.
  • Opt for regular canned black olives for this recipe. Kalamata olives have a little too strong of flavor and are brinier as well.
• Fresh Mozzarella: Ciliegine
  • Mozzarella adds a richness and creaminess that perfectly balances the cured meats and olives. Look for the little mozzarella balls in the deli section of your grocery stores. If you can’t find Ciliegine, look for any fresh mozzarella that is the size of a cherry tomato.
• Veggies: Peppers and Tomatoes
  • Pepperoncini or banana peppers are great options for these skewers. Buy them whole and then cut in half or quarters. Find them near the olives in your grocery store.
  • Grape tomatoes are a great option but cherry tomatoes or other small tomatoes are also great options.
• Herbs: Basil and Rosemary
  • The basil adds needed freshness and a pop of color to the skewers. Fold leaves in half or cut in half before threading onto the skewer.
  • Rosemary sprigs are used to add to the overall “wreath” feel. They are not meant to be eaten.

How To Make Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath

Creating this Antipasto Charcuterie Wreath is super simple and it comes together quickly. Once assembled, garnish with fresh rosemary and basil to really make it look like a wreath. As always, you can find the full printable recipe at the end of this post.

1. Prep. Gather all of the ingredients for the wreath making sure the mozzarella, artichoke hearts, peppers and olives are all well drained and patted dry if needed.
2. Skewer. Add four to five of the ingredients to the skewer. Repeat with remaining skewers making sure to change up the ingredients and order for some variety and visual interest.
3. Assemble. Place a single layer of skewers in a circle on the serving plate or board. Continue placing skewers on top of the first layer until you have ran out of skewers. Place sprigs of rosemary throughout the wreath, tucking in and around the skewers.

Storage Information

I recommend making this wreath and serving immediately. If you want to make it ahead of time, cover tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.

Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Trish’s Tips

• Make sure the artichokes, peppers and olives are all well drained and patted dry.
• Mix up the order of the ingredients on each skewer for variety.
• Prosciutto usually comes in large, long slices. Slice into 1-inch thick strips to make it easier to place on the small skewers.
• When placing the meats on the skewer, you can fold it a few times (like you would a piece of paper) to make it smaller, stay on the skewer better, and have a “fanned” appearance.

How should I serve this antipasto appetizer?

Serve the wreath with slices of baguette, assorted crackers and small bowls of high quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping. This adds variety and complements the flavors of the antipasto.

Can I make a larger wreath?

Absolutely! This recipe is definitely scalable. Simple double or triple the ingredients and make sure you have a plate or board large enough to accommodate the larger wreath.

Can this be made more kid friendly?

I like to make a kid friendly version to serve alongside this wreath. Think cheddar cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, turkey, etc.

What size skewers should I use?

Four inch skewers are a great size for this recipe. You can use six inch skewers as well but you might want to increase the amount of ingredients.

More Holiday Appetizers

1. Olive Dip
2. Cranberry Pecan Brie Bites
3. Chex Mix
4. Stuffed Mushrooms
5. Veggie Pizza