Save An enchanting, festive snack board featuring an array of winter-inspired treats—perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g brie, sliced 100 g aged cheddar, cubed 100 g blue cheese, crumbled
- Fresh Fruits: 1 crisp apple, sliced 1 pear, sliced 1 small bunch red grapes
- Dried Fruits & Nuts: 50 g dried cranberries 50 g dried apricots 60 g candied pecans 40 g toasted walnuts
- Crackers & Bread: 100 g assorted crackers (e.g., whole grain, water crackers) 1 small baguette, sliced
- Sweet Treats: 50 g white chocolate bark, broken into pieces 12 mini gingerbread cookies
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs Pomegranate seeds (for a pop of color)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board, spacing them apart.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices near the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Cluster grapes, dried fruits, and nuts around the fruit and cheese.
- Step 4:
- Add crackers and baguette slices in small piles for easy access.
- Step 5:
- Scatter white chocolate bark and gingerbread cookies across the board.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds for a wintry touch.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save Notes
Add a ramekin of honey or fig jam for extra sweetness.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Paring knife Cheese knives Small bowls or ramekins (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk (cheese), Wheat (crackers, bread), Tree nuts (pecans, walnuts), Eggs (gingerbread cookies, depending on recipe) Check all packaged items for hidden allergens and cross-contamination risks.
Save A perfect festive snack board that brings warmth and cheer to any winter occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for a winter snack board?
Soft cheeses like brie, sharp aged cheddar, and crumbly blue cheese complement the seasonal fruits and nuts beautifully.
- → How can I make the board more festive?
Use star-shaped cookie cutters for cheese or fruit slices and add garnishes like rosemary sprigs and pomegranate seeds for a seasonal touch.
- → Are there suggestions for pairing beverages?
Pair this board with sparkling white wine or warm mulled cider to enhance the cozy holiday atmosphere.
- → Can I substitute nuts or dried fruits?
Absolutely! Feel free to swap in your preferred nuts or dried fruits to suit dietary preferences or availability.
- → What tools are helpful to assemble this snack board?
A large serving board, paring knife, cheese knives, and small bowls for nuts or sweet accompaniments make assembly easy and elegant.