Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Football Charcuterie Board
A warm, melty, pepperoni-studded cheese board shaped like a football, perfect for game day gatherings. Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that looks impressive without a ton of effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- For serving: crackers, breadsticks, veggie sticks, and dipping sauces (marinara sauce, ranch dressing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a small bowl, toss together the shredded mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano. Dump the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and use your hands to form it into a rough football shape—about 10 inches long and 6 inches wide at the center.
- Arrange half of the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese mound, pressing them in gently. Reserve the other half for after baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the edges are turning golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 2 minutes. Using a small spatula, gently push the edges inward to form a tighter football shape.
- While the cheese is still warm, press the reserved pepperoni slices onto the top.
- Carefully slide the parchment paper onto a serving board or platter. Arrange crackers, breadsticks, veggie sticks, and dips around it.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispy edges, bake for an additional 2 minutes. Use room temperature mozzarella for more even melting. If making ahead, prep the cheese mixture and pepperoni on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours; bake just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 18
Keywords: game day, football, charcuterie board, pepperoni, cheese, appetizer, party snack, Super Bowl