Butter Board Charcuterie (Printable Version)

Creamy butter layered with toasted nuts, herbs, sea salt, and lemon zest. Perfect for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Butter Base

01 - 7 oz unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

→ Toppings

02 - 1 oz mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), roughly chopped
03 - 2 tbsp fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill), finely chopped
04 - 1 tsp flaky sea salt
05 - Zest of 1 lemon
06 - 1 tbsp honey (optional)
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ For Serving

08 - 1 baguette or assorted crackers, sliced

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Toast mixed nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - Spread softened butter evenly onto a clean wooden board or serving platter, creating swirls and ridges to add texture.
03 - Sprinkle toasted nuts, fresh herbs, flaky sea salt, and lemon zest uniformly over the butter. Season with freshly ground black pepper and drizzle honey if desired.
04 - Serve immediately with sliced baguette or assorted crackers for dipping and spreading.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when it actually takes 15 minutes.
  • The combination of textures—creamy butter, crunchy nuts, tender herbs—somehow feels restaurant-quality.
  • It's the rare appetizer that works equally well for a casual gathering or an elegant dinner.
02 -
  • Room temperature butter is non-negotiable; if it's too cold it tears when you spread it, too warm and it becomes impossible to control.
  • Toast your nuts right before assembly—they stay crispy this way instead of going soft from sitting on warm butter.
03 -
  • European-style butter has a higher fat content and more flavor—it's worth seeking out for something this simple.
  • If your butter board is for a party, assemble it just before guests arrive so the toppings stay crispy and the colors stay vibrant.
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