Save A whimsical, celestial-themed snack board featuring a delightful mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and treats, perfect for late-night cravings or special gatherings under the stars.
This snack board is always a hit with friends who love both sweet and savory flavors mingling together while enjoying a cozy night.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g brie cheese cut into crescent shapes, 120 g aged cheddar sliced, 100 g blue cheese crumbled
- Fruits: 1 pear thinly sliced, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup blueberries
- Crackers & Breads: 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini, 1 small baguette sliced
- Nuts & Seeds: 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
- Sweets: 1/4 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips, 2 tbsp honey
- Garnishes: Edible flowers (optional), fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the cheddar slices and blue cheese around the brie filling in the crescent shape.
- Step 3:
- Place pear slices and grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fill open spaces with dried apricots blueberries and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
- Step 5:
- Scatter almonds and pistachios throughout the board for texture and crunch.
- Step 6:
- Add chocolate stars or chips for a midnight sparkle and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical night-sky effect.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
Save This board often brings my family together for stargazing nights where sharing bites creates lasting memories.
Notes
Pair with a chilled glass of sparkling wine herbal tea or a light red for a perfectly balanced snack experience.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter sharp knife small bowls (for nuts or honey)
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese) tree nuts (almonds pistachios) gluten (crackers baguette) Check labels for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate.
Save This snack board is perfect for effortless entertaining and brings a magical touch to any gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are featured on the board?
The board includes crescent-shaped brie, aged cheddar slices, and crumbled blue cheese for a rich and varied flavor profile.
- → How can I enhance the presentation of the board?
Using star-shaped cutters on fruit or cheese adds celestial flair, complemented by edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical appearance.
- → What nuts are used for texture?
Roasted almonds and shelled pistachios provide crunchy bursts that balance creamy cheeses and soft fruits.
- → Are there suggestions for beverage pairings?
Pair the board with sparkling wine, herbal tea, or a light red for a perfect balance of flavors during your gathering.
- → Can the ingredients be substituted?
Yes, feel free to swap cheeses or fruits according to your preference while maintaining the board's harmonious flavors.
- → What special tools aid in preparing this board?
A large serving board, a sharp knife, and small bowls for nuts or honey will help with arranging and serving the board efficiently.