This charcuterie board doesn’t just show up—it enters like it owns the brunch table and demands compliments with coffee macarons in hand.
We ditched dairy and eggs, but kept the drama and flavor because vegan doesn’t mean boring—it means stylish and smugly cruelty-free.
You’ll stack vegan cheese, fruits, nuts, and little espresso-filled cookies that whisper, “I wake up like this.”
This isn’t just a snack board—it’s a sugar-fueled charmer dressed in plants and fabulous intentions.
So gather your fanciest cutting board and prepare to impress, because balance means a macaron next to every olive.
Charcuterie Board with Coffee Macarons
This indulgent vegan charcuterie board brings together bold plant-based cheeses, fruits, savory snacks, and elegant coffee macarons for the ultimate sweet-savory experience.
Ingredients
For the Coffee Macarons:
- 1 cup almond flour sifted like your DMs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 1/2 cup aquafaba liquid from canned chickpeas
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Coffee Buttercream Filling:
- 1/4 cup vegan butter softened
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 tsp plant-based milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Charcuterie Board Add-ons:
- 1/2 cup vegan brie or camembert
- 1/2 cup plant-based cheddar
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup nuts cashews, almonds
- 1/2 cup mixed berries
- 1 apple sliced
- 1/2 cup olives
- 1 cup assorted vegan crackers
- Fresh herbs or edible flowers to serve drama
Instructions
- Step 1: Whip aquafaba and cream of tartar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form and you’re emotionally invested.
- Step 2: Add granulated sugar gradually while mixing. Beat until glossy. Fold in vanilla.
- Step 3: Sift almond flour, powdered sugar, and espresso powder together. Fold into aquafaba mixture gently.
- Step 4: Pipe small rounds onto a lined baking tray. Let sit for 45–60 minutes until they form a dry shell.
- Step 5: Bake at 300°F for 18–20 minutes. Cool completely while whispering affirmations.
- Step 6: Make buttercream by beating butter, sugar, espresso powder, and milk until fluffy. Pipe onto half the shells and sandwich them.
- Step 7: Arrange your cheeses, fruits, nuts, crackers, olives, and those glossy macarons on a platter. Garnish like you’re building a crown.
- Step 8: Snap a pic, serve it up, and pretend you didn’t stress over every single macaron crack.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 12%
- Calcium: 9%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Vitamin B6: 7%
- Zinc: 8%
Additional Tips & Notes
- Aquafaba should be room temp and drama-free (no leftover bean chunks, please).
- Tap the tray after piping to release air bubbles—like therapy, but cheaper.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to the filling for extra personality.
- Store macarons in the fridge overnight for that perfect chewy texture.
- If they crack, just say you went for artisanal rustic chic. They’ll believe you.
