Charcuterie Board Size Calculator
Hosting a party and putting together a charcuterie board? Enter the number of guests and whether it's an appetizer or the main spread, and this calculator will tell you exactly how much cured meat, cheese, crackers, and accompaniments to buy.
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About this calculator
Calculate how much meat, cheese, crackers, and accompaniments you need for a charcuterie board based on your guest count.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much meat and cheese per person for an appetizer board?
Plan on about 1 ounce of meat and 1 ounce of cheese per person if it's served as a light appetizer alongside other food.
How does this change for a main course spread?
If the charcuterie board is the main event, double the quantities to about 2 ounces each of meat and cheese per guest.
What accompaniments should I include?
Crackers or sliced bread, fresh and dried fruit, nuts, olives, and a spread like honey or jam round out a balanced board.