Pin An enchanting, festive snack board featuring an array of winter-inspired treats—perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire.
This snack board quickly became my go-to for holiday parties because everyone loves the colorful presentation and winter theme.
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
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board, spacing them apart.
- Prepare Fruits:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices near the cheeses.
- Add Fruits and Nuts:
- Cluster grapes, dried fruits, and nuts around the fruit and cheese.
- Place Crackers and Bread:
- Add crackers and baguette slices in small piles for easy access.
- Scatter Sweet Treats:
- Scatter white chocolate bark and gingerbread cookies across the board.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds for a wintry touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Pin My family gathers around this board every holiday season, sharing stories and enjoying the variety of tastes together.
Notes
For a more festive look, use star-shaped cookie cutters for cheese or fruit. Substitute or add your favorite cheeses and nuts. Add a ramekin of honey or fig jam for extra sweetness. Pair with a sparkling white wine or hot mulled cider.
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.
Pin This snack board is the perfect combination of simplicity and festive charm ready to impress any guest.
Recipe Q&A
- → What cheeses work best for this snack board?
Brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese offer a range of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors that complement the fresh and dried fruits beautifully.
- → Can I substitute the fruits on the board?
Absolutely! Crisp apples and pears can be swapped with other seasonal fruits like figs or clementines depending on availability.
- → How should I arrange the items on the board?
Start by spacing out the cheeses, then fan out fresh fruit slices nearby. Cluster dried fruits and nuts around to create texture, and place crackers and bread for easy access. Finally, scatter sweet treats and garnish for a festive look.
- → What garnishes enhance the winter theme?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and pomegranate seeds add color and a piney aroma that evoke a wintry, seasonal feel.
- → Are there recommended pairings for this board?
Pair it with a sparkling white wine or a warm mulled cider to complement the variety of flavors and add to the festive mood.
