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Holiday Snack Board

A vibrant and inviting snack board that combines a variety of cheeses, cured meats, crackers, fruits, nuts, and sweet drizzles. This assembly-style dish emphasizes visual appeal and texture contrast, creating a casual yet elegant centerpiece perfect for celebrations. The final result is a colorful mosaic of flavors and textures that sparks joy and conversation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Celebration
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g sharp cheddar cheese cut into slices
  • 150 g brie cheese cut into wedges
  • 100 g blue cheese crumbled
  • 150 g salami slices
  • 100 g prosciutto slices
  • 100 g chorizo slices
  • 200 g assorted crackers and bread seeded crackers, baguette slices, gluten-free options
  • 150 g dried apricots
  • 150 g dried figs
  • 100 g almonds whole or sliced
  • 50 ml honey
  • 50 g fig jam
  • Fresh fresh grapes or apple slices
  • A few sprigs fresh thyme for garnish
  • Edible edible flowers optional for garnish
  • Sea salt sea salt for finishing

Equipment

  • Large wooden board or platter
  • Cheese knives
  • Small bowls or ramekins
  • Tongs or toothpicks

Method
 

  1. Arrange the cheeses on the board, placing the hard, soft, and blue varieties with enough space between each for easy slicing. Use cheese knives to create clean cuts, and let the cheeses come to room temperature for better flavor.
  2. Spread out the crackers, bread slices, and breadsticks around the cheeses, overlapping slightly to create a sprawling, inviting pattern that fills the space.
  3. Layer slices of salami, prosciutto, and chorizo in overlapping groups, filling in gaps and creating a colorful mosaic of cured meats.
  4. Scatter dried apricots, figs, and almonds across the board, adding pops of color and texture contrast to the arrangement.
  5. Spoon honey and fig jam into small bowls or ramekins and place them on the board, positioning them near the cheeses for easy dipping.
  6. Arrange fresh grapes or apple slices in clusters around the board, adding a fresh and juicy element to the mosaic.
  7. Garnish the board with sprigs of fresh thyme and edible flowers for a touch of brightness and elegance.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the cheeses and other items to enhance flavor, and serve the board at room temperature.

Notes

Feel free to customize the items based on your preferences or seasonal offerings. The key is balancing colors, textures, and flavors for an eye-catching and delicious display.