Lattice Window with Meats (Printable)

Crisp pretzel lattice layered with savory meats and cheeses, garnished with fresh chives for a flavorful bite.

# 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 to 50 regular length, unbroken pretzel sticks

# Method:

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

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • No cooking required, which means you can prep this while your oven handles something else entirely.
  • The textural contrast between crispy pretzels, tender cured meats, and creamy cheese creates an addictive bite.
  • It's endlessly customizable depending on what's in your fridge and your mood.
02 -
  • Assemble this no more than 30 minutes before serving, or the pretzels will start absorbing moisture from the cheese and bread and lose their satisfying crunch.
  • The baguette should be slightly warm if possible—it makes the whole thing feel more like a composed dish than a cold platter.
03 -
  • Toast your baguette slices lightly for just 2–3 minutes before assembly; it gives them structure and a subtle crispness that makes the whole thing feel more intentional.
  • If your pretzels are stale, refresh them by laying them on a baking sheet in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes—it revives their crunch better than you'd expect.
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