Lattice Window Appetizer (Printable)

Crisp pretzel lattice atop layers of meats and cheeses create a visually stunning savory appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
02 - 3.5 oz sliced salami

→ Cheeses

03 - 3.5 oz sliced Swiss cheese
04 - 3.5 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese

→ Base & Garnish

05 - 1 small baguette, sliced into thin rounds
06 - 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives

→ Topping

08 - 40–50 regular-length pretzel sticks, unbroken

# Directions:

01 - Place the baguette slices in a single layer on a large serving platter or tray.
02 - Spread a small amount of whole grain mustard evenly on each baguette slice.
03 - Evenly layer prosciutto, salami, Swiss cheese, and sharp cheddar over the baguette slices, slightly overlapping to create a generous arrangement.
04 - Lay pretzel sticks horizontally across the meats and cheeses, spacing approximately 0.4 inches apart; then weave pretzel sticks vertically over and under the horizontals to form a lattice pattern.
05 - Sprinkle chopped fresh chives over the pretzel lattice to add color and freshness.
06 - Present immediately, allowing guests to break through the lattice and enjoy the layered flavors beneath.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like edible art but comes together in under 20 minutes with zero cooking.
  • The pretzel lattice breaks with a satisfying crunch, then you hit buttery cheese, savory meat, and tangy mustard all at once.
  • Everyone wants to know how you made it, and the answer is embarrassingly simple.
02 -
  • Assemble this no more than 30 minutes before serving or the pretzels will soften and lose their snap.
  • If you're making this ahead, keep the pretzel lattice separate and add it at the last moment—your future self will thank you.
03 -
  • Choose baguette slices that are identical in thickness so the platter looks intentional and professional rather than haphazard.
  • The key to perfect lattice weaving is laying your horizontal sticks first and keeping them perfectly straight; the vertical ones will slip under and over more easily that way.
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