Enter the Halloween Charcuterie Coffin – FEATURED IN PARADE MAGAZINE

Volpi wanted to put a fun spin on the traditional charcuterie board by recreating a Halloween scene with some of our favorite snacks. The products in this display are made to look like a hand reaching out of the breadstick ‘coffin’ assembled with strips of prosciutto and creamy goat cheese, along with other tasty morsels to make your charcuterie board.

THE BEST HALLOWEEN CHARCUTERIE BOARD

“[This] creative charcuterie spread is a delicious mix of salty and sweet flavors with ingredients like Volpi’s Spicy & Mild Trio, Volpi Genoa Nuggets, spicy cheddar, crackers, gummy worms, jelly beans and the October staple: of candy corn.”

INGREDIENTS

The charcuterie coffin is easy to do at home since it mostly calls for products you already have on hand such as Halloween candy, breadsticks, Oreo cookies and other pantry items.

• Breadsticks
• Volpi Spicy & Mild Trio
• Volpi Traditional Prosciutto
• Volpi Genoa Nuggets
• Spicy Cheddar
• Crackers
• Mixed Nuts
• Dried Cranberries
• Crushed Oreos
• Gummy Worms
• Jelly Beans (a fall flavor like S’mores is preferred)
• Candy Corn
• Royal Icing or Peanut Butter (to build breadstick coffin)
• Goat Cheese (to shape the prosciutto-covered hand)

making your own Halloween Charcuterie Board

Follow these tips to create your own Halloween charcuterie board:

• Use royal icing to build the coffin with breadsticks. You can also use peanut butter, melted chocolate or butterscotch morsels.
• The prosciutto hand starts with using your favorite soft cheese like a goat cheese or mozzarella, shaping it into a hand and wrapping it with the slices of prosciutto.
• Don’t be afraid to mix sweet and savory flavors.
• Kelsey recommends being as creative as you want to when assembling this spread. “Start with your foundation pieces like breadsticks and making the hand with prosciutto and goat cheese. Then add anything that inspires you! The Halloween section at your local supermarket is a great place to get started.”

Whether you are planning a virtual celebration or a small in-person gathering, Small Bites are the perfect way to celebrate this holiday season. At 1.5 ounces per package, they provide the ideal amount for a small gathering without waste. Mix and match the classics with new discoveries to create deliciously memorable Friendsgiving recipes.

Small Bites Charcuterie Board

Start your pre-feast warmup with a charcuterie board perfectly built for your Friendsgiving table. Our Small Bites provide fan favorites and introduce new flavors to help you show off your creativity.

To begin building your board, protein is the essential first step. Each Small Bite has its own flavor profile and texture to build a base from. Two classics that are always crowd-pleasers are Prosciutto, hand-rubbed with sea salt and slowly aged for an earthy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and Sopressata, a salame known for its rich, savory flavor.

Continue the charcuterie journey with more adventurous options like Coppa, an air-dried meat seasoned with a warm spice blend, or Spicy Sopressata for a kick of red pepper. Remember to make your selections using a variety of flavors to create an exciting and delicious tasting experience for your guests.

Charcuterie Board Pairings

When pairing cheese with charcuterie, it’s important to remember that the cheese you choose is influenced by the meat on your board. Soft cheeses such as goat cheese perfectly complement the robust spices in a Coppa or Sopressata. An aged gouda can stand up to the bold flavors of Spicy Sopressata and nutty parmesan brings out the earthy notes in Prosciutto.

To round out your board pair multigrain or herb crackers, crusty bread, or mixed nuts to provide a textural component and platform for guests to build their bites on. Fresh or dried fruit offers a subtly sweet, acidity that cuts through the rich charcuterie.

Small Bites Entrees

Turkey is a staple on all Friendsgiving tables, but there are a variety of options for non-turkey lovers. Deep dive into porky goodness by wrapping pork tenderloin in Coppa to enhance the warm, fall flavors or fill an herb-roasted chicken with a Sopressata stuffing to bring a subtle taste of garlic. Or put your inner Italian on display with lasagna layered with oozy cheese, Crispy Prosciutto, and homemade marinara sauce.

Small Bites Sides

Classic side dishes like mashed potatoes and stuffing are the perfect mediums to get creative with. Use crispy Coppa as a savory topping to cut through decadent mashed potatoes or the sweetness of a Sweet Potato casserole. Create stuffing with an unexpected spicy kick by mixing in strips of Spicy Sopressata. Don’t forget about the vegetables! Complete your festive fall salad or roasted brussels sprouts by topping them with thinly sliced Prosciutto.

Conclusion

Remember, Friendsgiving doesn’t have rules. It is about spending time with people you deeply care about and are thankful for. Whether you’re celebrating on the couch over Zoom or at your kitchen table with a few close friends, this is your holiday. Start your own traditions and recipes to create memories that will last a lifetime.