Save A festive autumn-inspired snack board featuring a variety of sweet and savory treats, perfect for gatherings or as a fun appetizer for any fall event.
This snack board always impresses my guests with its colorful presentation and tasty combinations.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 100 g gouda sliced, 100 g brie cut into wedges
- Fruits & Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup orange bell pepper strips, 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup apple slices, ½ cup dried apricots
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup whole wheat crackers, 1 cup mini pretzels, 1 baguette sliced
- Dips & Spreads: ½ cup pumpkin hummus, ½ cup ranch dip
- Sweets & Treats: ½ cup chocolate-covered almonds, ½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels, ½ cup pumpkin-shaped candy corn, ¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Mini decorative pumpkins or gourds (for presentation not for eating)
Instructions
- Arrange cheeses:
- Arrange cheeses throughout the board spacing them for easy access.
- Cluster fruits and vegetables:
- Cluster fruits and vegetables around the cheeses alternating colors for visual appeal.
- Place crackers bread and pretzels:
- Place crackers bread and pretzels in open spaces fanning them out for easy grabbing.
- Fill small bowls:
- Fill small bowls with pumpkin hummus and ranch dip position them on opposite sides of the board.
- Scatter sweets and pumpkin seeds:
- Scatter sweets and roasted pumpkin seeds around the board filling in gaps and adding pops of color.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and decorative pumpkins or gourds for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately replenishing items as needed.
Save This board has become a family favorite at our fall celebrations bringing everyone together.
Notes
Swap pumpkin hummus for classic hummus if preferred. Pair with sparkling cider or a light white wine.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls for dips Cheese knife Small tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Gluten (crackers bread pretzels) Tree nuts (if included in sweets) Eggs (may be in candy corn or dips) Always check ingredient labels for allergens and cross-contamination warnings.
Save This snack board is an effortless way to celebrate fall with friends and family.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses work well on this snack board?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie provide a nice variety of textures and flavors that complement autumn produce.
- → Can this board be adapted for a vegan diet?
Yes, substitute dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives and choose hummus instead of ranch dip for a vegan-friendly version.
- → How should the fruits and vegetables be arranged?
Arrange them in clusters around the cheeses, alternating colors to create visual appeal and easy access.
- → What types of dips enhance the overall flavor?
Pumpkin hummus offers a seasonal twist while ranch dip provides a creamy contrast; both complement the savory and sweet elements.
- → Are there suggested drink pairings for this snack board?
Sparking cider or a light white wine pair well, balancing the flavors and enhancing the autumn-inspired theme.
- → How can I add extra autumn flair to the board?
Add sliced pears or figs and garnish with fresh rosemary and decorative mini pumpkins for a festive presentation.