Picnic Basket Snack Board

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This picnic basket snack board offers a vibrant mix of aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese paired with optional sliced salami and prosciutto. Paired with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, fresh grapes, apple slices, dried apricots, baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes, it creates a balanced selection of flavors and textures. Roasted almonds, olives, hummus, and honey provide extra richness and variety, making it perfect for outdoor gatherings. Assembly requires no cooking and can be customized for vegetarian preferences.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:25:00 GMT
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A vibrant, portable snack board perfect for outdoor gatherings, featuring a mix of sweet and savory components ideal for sharing.

This snack board has quickly become my go-to for picnics and casual get-togethers with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar, cubed, 100 g brie, sliced, 100 g goat cheese, crumbled
  • Meats (optional): 80 g sliced salami, 80 g prosciutto
  • Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1 small baguette, sliced
  • Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 apple, sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber rounds, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/4 cup olives, 1/4 cup hummus, 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange all cheeses and meats (if using) evenly on a large portable board or platter.
Step 2:
Fill spaces with crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.
Step 3:
Add vegetables, grouping by type for visual appeal.
Step 4:
Scatter nuts and olives around the board.
Step 5:
Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add to the board.
Step 6:
Cover tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe container until ready to serve.
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Gathering around this snack board always sparks joy and lively conversation with family and friends.

Required Tools

Large portable board or platter, small containers or ramekins for dips, picnic knife, plastic wrap or food-safe cover

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese), nuts (almonds), gluten (crackers baguette), and possible traces of soy (hummus). Check individual ingredient labels for allergens such as sesame (hummus) or gluten-free needs.

Nutritional Information

Calories 410, Total Fat 21 g, Carbohydrates 36 g, Protein 16 g per serving

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This snack board is a hassle-free way to impress guests with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Recipe FAQs

What cheeses work best for this snack board?

Aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese deliver a mix of sharp, creamy, and tangy flavors that complement each other well.

Can this snack board be made vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the meats and consider adding roasted chickpeas or extra nuts for protein and texture.

How should the board be packed for an outdoor picnic?

Use an insulated bag with ice packs to keep cold items fresh and cover the board tightly with plastic wrap or a secure container.

What pairing drinks complement this snack board?

Light options like sparkling water, lemonade, or chilled white wine enhance the flavors without overpowering them.

Are there any common allergens in this selection?

Yes, ingredients include dairy, nuts, gluten, and potentially soy. Always check labels if allergies are a concern.

Picnic Basket Snack Board

Easy, colorful snack board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers ideal for outdoor enjoyment.

Prep Duration
20 minutes
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Overall Time
20 minutes
Recipe by Ella Whitcombe


How Tough Easy

Cuisine International

Serves 4 Portions

Diet Preferences Meatless

What You Need

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Meats (optional)

01 2.8 oz sliced salami
02 2.8 oz prosciutto

Crackers & Bread

01 1 cup assorted crackers
02 1 small baguette, sliced

Fruits

01 1 cup red grapes
02 1 apple, sliced
03 0.5 cup dried apricots

Vegetables

01 1 cup baby carrots
02 1 cup cucumber rounds
03 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

Nuts & Extras

01 1/3 cup roasted almonds
02 1/4 cup olives
03 1/4 cup hummus
04 2 tablespoons honey

How To Make

Step 01

Arrange cheeses and meats: Place all cheeses and meats, if using, evenly across a large portable board or platter.

Step 02

Add crackers and fruits: Fill the remaining spaces with assorted crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.

Step 03

Include vegetables: Group baby carrots, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes separately on the board for visual appeal.

Step 04

Scatter nuts and olives: Distribute roasted almonds and olives throughout the board.

Step 05

Add dips and honey: Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and include them on the board.

Step 06

Cover and store: Wrap the board tightly with plastic wrap or place in a picnic-safe container until serving.

Tools Needed

  • Large portable board or platter
  • Small containers or ramekins for dips
  • Picnic knife
  • Plastic wrap or food-safe cover

Allergy Details

Review each item for allergens, and reach out to a medical professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy, nuts (almonds), gluten (crackers and baguette), and may contain soy (hummus).

Nutrition Info (each serving)

Details are meant for general information, not for medical purposes.
  • Energy: 410
  • Fats: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Proteins: 16 g