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Christmas Butter Board

Festive Christmas Butter Board: Your No-Cook Holiday Delight

This Christmas Butter Board is a no-cook appetizer, featuring creamy butter and vibrant toppings, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Butter Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter room temperature for easy spreading
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
Toppings
  • 1 cup Figs chopped, can substitute with dates
  • 2 cloves Roasted Garlic fresh or omitted for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves or fresh basil/parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary or oregano/dill
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional, avoid if not a fan
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries or Pomegranate Arils substitute with other dried fruits

Equipment

  • cutting board or serving platter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by selecting a large cutting board or serving platter. Take your softened unsalted butter and place it in the center. Spread the butter evenly to a thickness of about 1/4-inch.
  2. Sprinkle kosher salt lightly over the surface of the butter, then add the roasted garlic, followed by the finely chopped figs, fresh thyme, and rosemary.
  3. Drizzle honey over the decorated butter, then sprinkle orange zest evenly across the top. Finish with dried cranberries or pomegranate arils.
  4. Let the butter board sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving with breads or crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, consume within a couple of days. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

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