The Lazy Charcuterie Chip Board You Didn’t Know You Needed

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We’ve all seen those perfectly curated charcuterie boards: marble slabs, fancy meats folded like origami, cheeses with names we pretend to pronounce correctly, maybe a few figs thrown in for aesthetics.

But TikTok? TikTok said, “Nah, let’s slap it all on potato chips.” And honestly… I was sold.

One night, deep in scroll mode, I came across a viral video where someone just laid chips on a tray, threw on some cheese, baked it, and called it a “lazy charcuterie.” My brain lit up. I had Lay’s Sour Cream & Onion chips. I had leftover prosciutto. I had cheese (a lot of cheese).

So naturally, I recreated the madness. And my only regret? I didn’t do this sooner.

The Hack That Shouldn’t Work (But Absolutely Does)

Here’s how it all went down.

I started by spreading the Lay’s chips in a single layer over a baking tray: the sour cream & onion flavor already brought the herby tang that usually requires a dip. Then I tore up some prosciutto (don’t fuss, just rip and toss) and scattered it over the chips like edible confetti.

Next came a snowfall of grated Gouda, followed by thick slices of Brie nestled between the chips. Into a preheated oven at 180°C (355°F) it went, just until the cheese was gooey and bubbling in all the right places.

And now, for the plot twist: once it came out of the oven, I added dollops of apricot jam. That sticky-sweet, tangy hit instantly brightened the richness of the cheese and chips.

Finally, I sprinkled on a bit of crushed nori for that extra umami kick. It was salty, creamy, funky, sweet, and addictive. A total chaotic masterpiece.

Why It Works

You know how classic charcuterie boards are all about contrast? This hack accidentally nails that balance. The chips bring the crunch and seasoning. Prosciutto adds salty depth. Gouda and Brie give you creamy, melty goodness. Apricot jam cuts through the fat with fruity sharpness. And the nori? That’s just chef’s kiss.

It’s not refined. It’s not delicate. But it is a fun, low-effort way to feed a few friends (or yourself — no judgment). Great for parties, game nights, movie marathons, or just when you're too tired to cook but too fancy for plain chips.

Try it once and I promise — charcuterie will never be the same again.

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