Easter Egg Shaped Charcuterie Board with Fresh Fruit

Looking for a fun and festive way to serve fruit at Easter? This easy Easter egg charcuterie board is shaped like a giant egg and filled with colorful fresh fruit. It’s simple to assemble, and doubles as a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter brunch table.

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Easter Egg Shaped Charcuterie Board with Fresh Fruit

I love a good charcuterie board. And this simple Easter egg charcuterie board? It might be my favorite one yet.

It’s the perfect addition to your Easter brunch menu or even a spring garden party, and as a bonus, it pulls double duty as a pretty centerpiece for a charming garden-inspired Easter table setting.

And the best part is you don’t need any fancy tools or special skills to create your own. If you can slice fruit and arrange it in rows, you’ve got this. I promise.

Ingredients for an Easter Egg Charcuterie Board with Fresh Fruit

These are the fruits I used, but this Easter fruit tray is meant to be fun, and you can easily swap in whatever fruits your family loves.

• Red Grapes: Used for the outline of the egg shape, they can also be used as one of the decorative stripe layers.
• Green Grapes: Grab a bunch of green grapes for an inner stripe layer on our egg charcuterie board
• Strawberries: Fresh strawberries hulled and halved or left whole, depending on your preference
• Blueberries: Blueberries are great for filling in gaps and adding a pop of deep color
• Green Apple Slices: Wash and slice up some fresh Granny Smith apples, and don’t forget to treat them to prevent browning!
• Cantaloupe: Cut into small bite-sized chunks. I picked up pre-cut cantaloupe from my grocery store to save time, which I highly recommend!
• Mandarin Oranges: I used canned mandarins in water rather than syrup so they wouldn’t leave a sticky residue on the board, but you can use fresh mandarins or clementine segments too!

How to Make an Easter Egg Shaped Charcuterie Board with Fresh Fruit

Ready to make this easy Easter themed charcuterie board? Here are the easy step-by-step directions. There’s also a full printable recipe card with all the ingredients and instructions at the bottom of the post.

Step 1: Prep Your Fruit

First, wash and dry all of your fruit. Hull and halve your strawberries and set them aside.

Next, cut your cantaloupe into small chunks, and separate your mandarin orange segments. If you’re using canned mandarin oranges like I did, I’d recommend using oranges in water rather than syrup to prevent your board from getting too sticky.

Then slice your green apples thin (less than ¼ inch), so they lay flat and neat on the board. I “cheated” and grabbed a bag of pre-cut apple slices, but they were thicker than I wanted and way more than I needed, so cutting your own is probably more economical.

Step 2: Outline the Egg Shape

Grab your large round wooden charcuterie board. For this Easter egg charcuterie board, I used a board that measures approximately 22″ x 17″.

That said, don’t feel like you need to run out and buy something new. Use what you have. An oval platter would be a great option too, and gives you a head start on the egg shape.

Once you have a board, pat all your fruit dry before beginning. Extra moisture can make other fruits slip around and can cause berries to bleed color onto lighter fruits.

Grab your red grapes and arrange them in a large oval shape to create the outline of your Easter egg.

Start at the bottom center of your board with one red grape. Then add one grape on each side, continuing to add grapes one at a time on each side.

As you work toward the top of your board, begin angling the grapes inward, so they meet at the top, forming a rounded oval shape.

Step 3: Fill in with Other Fruit

Starting at the bottom of the egg and working upward, fill in your egg with horizontal rows of fruit, one variety at a time.

I layered mine in this order: cantaloupe, green grapes, strawberries, blueberries, green apple slices, and mandarin oranges, but you can arrange yours in whatever order you like. Just alternate the colors of your fruit for the most visual impact.

Once your main stripes are in place, step back, take a look, and fill in any gaps or places where you notice the board peaking through.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!

Your Easter egg charcuterie board is ready to go! Set it out on your Easter brunch table or buffet, and don’t forget to set out some small tongs or forks so your friends and family can help themselves.

If you’re transporting this board, be careful… the outer grapes can roll! Wrap it securely with plastic cling wrap and either hold it carefully on your lap or place it flat on the floor of the passenger seat.

How to Store Leftovers

If you have leftover fruit, you have two options. You can cover the board tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate it as-is, or you can disassemble the board and store the fruit in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Either way, plan to enjoy the leftovers within 1-2 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make this Easter egg charcuterie board ahead of time?

A: You can do all of your fruit prep ahead of time. Just wash, dry, and cut everything, and store it in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. When you’re ready, assembly only takes about 10 minutes.

Q: What size board do I need?

A: I used a large round board that measures approximately 22″ x 17″. You can size your fruit platter up or down based on what you have. Just adjust the amount of fruit to fit your board.

Q: Can I use frozen fruit?

A: Fresh fruit is really best since frozen fruit releases moisture as it thaws, which can make the board look soggy and cause colors to bleed together. Use fresh ingredients for the best results!

Q: How do I keep the apple slices from browning?

A: I like to use Mrs. Wages Fruit Fresh Produce Preserver. Alternatively, you can also soak your apple slices in a mixture of 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 cup of cold water for about 5 minutes, then pat them dry before placing them on the board.

Q: How long can this fruit board sit out?

A: Fresh fruit is best enjoyed within 2 hours of being set out at room temperature. If you’re hosting an outdoor Easter brunch, try to keep the board in a shaded spot or bring it out closer to mealtime. Any leftovers should be refrigerated.

Q: Can I add other foods to this board besides fruit?

A: Yes! A small bowl of cheese cubes, nuts, or a handful of Easter chocolates would all be fun additions. You could also set out small bowls of dipping options alongside the board, like peanut butter, Nutella, or my creamy fruit dip recipe.