Creating a delectable charcuterie board doesn’t have to break the bank. I’ve put together my signature charcuterie board for just under $100 by shopping at Walmart! Here’s how you can assemble a stunning spread that will impress your guests and leave your taste buds singing.
Shopping List
Fruit
- 2.25lb Bag Red Seedless Grapes – $4.46
- 8.8oz Strawberries – $1.58
- 6oz Blackberries – $2.57
- 6oz Raspberries – $3.27
- 2x Apricots Halved (if in season)
- 2x Kiwi Halved (if in season)
- 1 Orange – $0.98
- 6oz Pitted Black Olives – $1.97
- Dried Kiwi / Pawpaw / Pineapple (Optional)
Bread and Crackers
- 1 package Garlic Crisp Bread – $3.18
- 1 loaf Soft White French Bread – $1.00
- 5.3oz Cranberry Cracker – $4.19
- 12oz Toasteds Variety Pack Crackers, Party Snacks – $4.76
Sweets
- Chocolate Strawberries (Walmart Bakery)
- 7.5oz White Chocolate Coated Pretzels – $3.56
- 13.5oz French Vanilla Wafer Straws – $6.98
- 13.3oz Marketside Brownie – $5.83
- 16oz Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix – $3.87
- 3.5oz Honey Roasted Candied Pecan Pieces – $3.78
- Honeycomb – $8.99
Protein/Cheese
- Great Value Cracker Cut Sliced 4 Cheese Tray – $4.98
- Great Value Whipped Original Cream Cheese Spread – $2.94
- Smoked Gouda – $3.94
- Manchego Cheese – $4.46
- Creamy Bacon Cheddar Dip (see recipe below)
- Honey Ham – $5.32
- Sliced Prosciutto – $6.94
- 60% Less Fat Turkey Pepperoni – $2.98
Total: $92.53
Creating Your Graze Plate
For a single-serve graze plate, here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients
- 30g Red Seedless Grapes
- 50g Strawberries
- 25g Blackberries
- 25g Raspberries
- 15g Garlic Crisp Bread
- 45g Soft White French Bread
- 15g Cranberry Cracker
- 16g Toasteds Variety Pack Crackers, Party Snacks
- 28g White Chocolate Coated Pretzels
- 2x French Vanilla Wafers
- 1x Piece Marketside Brownie
- 1x Chocolate Chip Cookie
- 7g Honey Roasted Candied Pecan Pieces
- 10ml Honeycomb
- 32g Great Value Cracker Cut Sliced 4 Cheese Tray
- 10g Great Value Whipped Original Cream Cheese Spread
- 20g Smoked Gouda
- 20g Manchego Cheese
- 50g Creamy Bacon Cheddar Dip (see recipe below)
- 20g Honey Ham
- 28g Sliced Prosciutto
- 28g 60% Less Fat Turkey Pepperoni
- 15g (5) Pitted Black Olives
Nutritional Information
- Energy: 1548 kcals
- Protein: 56.2g
- Carbohydrates: 166.8g
- Fat: 76g
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash and dry all fresh fruits. Halve the apricots and kiwis if in season. Slice the orange into rounds.
- Arrange the Bread and Crackers: Slice the French bread and arrange it with the garlic crisp bread, cranberry crackers, and toasted variety pack crackers on your board.
- Add the Sweets: Place the white chocolate coated pretzels, French vanilla wafer straws, brownie pieces, and chocolate chip cookies around the board.
- Include Proteins and Cheeses: Arrange the cracker cut cheese slices, whipped cream cheese spread, smoked gouda, and manchego cheese. Roll or fold the honey ham, prosciutto, and turkey pepperoni for a nice presentation.
- Garnish with Extras: Sprinkle the honey roasted candied pecan pieces and drizzle honeycomb for added sweetness. Add the pitted black olives for a salty touch.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your charcuterie board is ready to be enjoyed. Pair with your favorite beverages and savor the flavors!
Holly T. Baxter is an Australian Dietitian with over 13 years of experience in health and fitness. She holds a degree in Food Science and Nutrition and a Master of Dietetics from Deakin University. A former professional physique athlete, Holly has two World Championship titles. Her latest project, BiaBody, is dedicated to women’s health and fitness. As an APD Dietitian and Online Physique Coach, she focuses on evidence-based health education and empowering women through fitness.