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 has become a favorite at our autumn parties because it brings everyone together with its colorful and seasonal ingredients.
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 Bowls with Dips:
- Fill small bowls with pumpkin hummus and ranch dip position them on opposite sides of the board
- Scatter Sweets and 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 created many memorable family moments around the table sharing favorite fall flavors and laughter.
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
Nutritional Information
Calories 310, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 10 g per serving estimated
Save This autumn snack board is perfect for sharing and celebrates the season with every bite.
Kitchen Guide
- → What cheeses work best on this snack board?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie provide varied textures and mild to sharp flavors that complement the fresh fruits and crunchy crackers.
- → Can I substitute pumpkin hummus with another dip?
Yes, classic hummus or ranch dip make excellent alternatives depending on your taste preferences.
- → How should the fruits and vegetables be arranged?
Arrange fruits and veggies in colorful clusters around the cheeses to create visual appeal and easy access.
- → Is this snack board suitable for vegans?
To adapt, use dairy-free cheese alternatives and vegan dips while keeping the rest of the ingredients plant-based.
- → What garnishes enhance the board’s presentation?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and mini decorative pumpkins or gourds add festive flair without compromising flavor.
- → What beverages pair well with this board?
Sparking cider and light white wines complement the mix of savory and sweet flavors beautifully.