Fresh Summer Berry Charcuterie Board with Honey Brie
A quick and elegant charcuterie board featuring creamy honey-drizzled brie paired with fresh summer berries, assorted crackers, and toasted nuts. Perfect for easy entertaining and light summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) honey brie wheel (e.g., President or Fromager d’Affinois)
- About 2 cups (300 g) fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 2–3 tbsp raw or wildflower honey
- 1–2 cups assorted crackers and crostini (water crackers, multigrain, toasted baguette slices)
- ½ cup (75 g) toasted mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), lightly salted
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., rosemary or thyme sprigs)
- Olives or cured meats (optional, e.g., thinly sliced prosciutto or marinated olives)
Instructions
- Rinse all berries gently under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Remove stems from strawberries and slice them in halves or quarters depending on size.
- Carefully cut the wheel of brie into wedges or leave whole if you prefer guests to slice themselves. Place the brie in the center of your serving board.
- Fan out crackers and toasted baguette slices around the brie, creating a base layer for easy access.
- Scatter the mixed berries around the board, filling gaps and balancing colors. Keep clusters of the same berry together for a natural look.
- Spoon the toasted nuts into a small bowl or scatter lightly over the berries and crackers. Add olives or meats in separate small bowls or artfully drape prosciutto slices.
- Using a spoon or honey drizzler, drizzle honey over the brie, letting it pool slightly on the edges. Optionally add a little extra honey around the berries for sweetness.
- Place a few sprigs of rosemary or thyme for an aromatic finish (optional).
- Adjust any items that look sparse or crowded to create a balanced, colorful, and inviting board.
Notes
Let brie sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving for best creamy texture. Add berries last if preparing ahead to avoid sogginess. Use a light honey drizzle to avoid overpowering the cheese. For dairy-free, swap brie with plant-based cheese and honey with agave syrup. For gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers or vegetable slices instead of crostini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of the ass
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3.5
- Protein: 8
Keywords: charcuterie board, summer berries, honey brie, easy entertaining, fresh berries, appetizer, no cook, quick snack