Charcuterie Board Mochi Donut Holes (Print Version)

Sweet and savory platter fusing cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and mochi donut holes for a standout centerpiece.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats & Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
02 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, thinly sliced
04 - 4.2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
05 - 4.2 oz brie cheese, sliced
06 - 4.2 oz Manchego cheese, sliced

→ Accompaniments

07 - 1 small bunch red grapes, separated into small clusters
08 - 1 medium apple, sliced
09 - 1 medium pear, sliced
10 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
11 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios)
12 - 1/2 cup mixed olives, pitted
13 - 1/2 cup cornichons or mini pickles
14 - 1/4 cup honey
15 - 1/4 cup grainy mustard
16 - Assorted crackers (substitute gluten-free crackers if preferred)

→ Mochi Donut Holes

17 - 1 cup sweet rice flour (mochiko)
18 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
19 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
20 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
21 - 2/3 cup whole milk
22 - 1 large egg
23 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
24 - Vegetable oil, for frying
25 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

# How to Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweet rice flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, and melted butter. Add wet ingredients to the dry mixture and blend until the dough is smooth and sticky.
02 - Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot to 340°F. Using lightly oiled hands, roll dough into 1-inch balls. Fry donut holes in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, gently turning, until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to paper towels. Dust warm donut holes with powdered sugar and cool to room temperature.
03 - On a large serving board or platter, arrange slices of prosciutto, salami, smoked turkey breast, sharp cheddar, brie, and Manchego into attractive fanned groupings.
04 - Organize small piles or bowls with grapes, apple slices, pear slices, dried apricots, mixed nuts, olives, and cornichons around the board.
05 - Place honey and grainy mustard into small ramekins and position them on the board.
06 - Arrange crackers and mochi donut holes in available spaces, distributing for color and texture.
07 - Present the board immediately and encourage guests to mix sweet and savory pairings.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour including fresh donut holes
  • Blends sweet and savory for a unique tasting experience
  • Crowd-pleasing centerpiece that sparks conversation
  • Totally customizable with your favorite meats or fruits
  • Gluten-free options for guests who need them
02 -
  • High in protein and vibrant nutrients from fruit and nuts
  • Mochi donut holes stay soft for hours with no staling
  • Board can be prepped in advance for stress-free entertaining
03 -
  • Start your arrangement with the biggest items first (cheese blocks or bunches of grapes) then build around them for balance
  • If any cheese is too runny chill it for ten minutes before slicing for tidy edges
  • Always fry a test donut to check oil temp and texture before committing the whole batch

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