This isn’t your basic party platter—it’s the kind of charcuterie board that shows up late, overdressed, and carrying espresso panna cotta.
We ditched dairy and meat, because plants taste better when served with flair and judgment.
This board brings vegan cheese, fruits, nuts, and a bold, creamy dessert that slaps harder than your ex’s excuses.
You’ll layer sweet and savory like a woman layering drama and lip gloss on a Monday.
So get ready to flex your culinary chaos with elegance, caffeine, and a snack board that’s both Instagram and therapy approved.
Charcuterie Board with Espresso Panna Cotta
This vegan charcuterie board features dairy-free cheeses, crunchy snacks, fresh fruits, and silky espresso panna cotta for a dramatic plant-based finish.
Ingredients
For the Espresso Panna Cotta:
- 1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tsp agar agar powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp strong brewed espresso or instant espresso dissolved in hot water
- Pinch of salt
For the Charcuterie Board:
- 1/2 cup cashew-based cheese
- 1/2 cup vegan smoked gouda slices
- 1/2 cup marinated olives
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts almonds, walnuts, pistachios
- 1/2 cup dried apricots or figs
- 1 apple sliced
- 1/2 cup berries strawberries, raspberries, whatever’s in season and dramatic
- 1/2 cup vegan crackers or breadsticks
- Fresh herbs or edible flowers for garnish because you’re fabulous
Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, whisk coconut milk, almond milk, maple syrup, agar agar, salt, and espresso over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
- Step 2: Let it bubble gently for 3-5 minutes while whisking like you’re mad at it. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Step 3: Pour mixture into molds or ramekins. Let cool slightly, then refrigerate for 2+ hours until set and jiggly like your last vacation.
- Step 4: Unmold panna cotta carefully and refrigerate until ready to serve. Marvel at your creation like it just got a promotion.
- Step 5: Assemble your board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, crackers, olives, and garnish like you’re staging a Vogue editorial spread.
- Step 6: Place panna cotta gently on the board. Add extra espresso drizzle if you’re feeling dramatic (you are).
- Step 7: Take 50 photos. Pretend it’s for a cookbook. Then dive in and judge anyone who eats from the middle.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 13%
- Calcium: 11%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Folate: 7%
- Vitamin B6: 9%
Additional Tips & Notes
- Use espresso powder for stronger flavor if you’re in your caffeine era.
- Balance salty and sweet with bold fruits like grapes or citrus slices.
- Add crushed pistachios or cacao nibs on the panna cotta for bonus texture.
- Chill your serving board before assembling—it’s petty, but effective.
- If it all falls apart, just call it rustic minimalist. They’ll believe you.
