Save A cozy, visually stunning snack board inspired by the warmth of a crackling fire, featuring a medley of sweet and savory treats arranged to resemble a flickering fire log. Perfect for gatherings or a festive night in.
This snack board was a hit at our last family gathering, sparking great conversations and smiles all around.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g smoked gouda sliced into log shapes, 100 g sharp cheddar sliced, 100 g brie cut into wedges
- Meats (optional): 75 g prosciutto, 75 g spicy salami
- Breads & Crackers: 1 cup breadsticks to mimic fire logs, 1 cup multigrain crackers, 1 cup pretzel rods
- Fruits & Nuts: 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup red grapes, 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/3 cup candied pecans
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup mini sweet peppers sliced, 1/2 cup carrot sticks
- Sweet Elements (for flames): 1/2 cup orange and red gummy candies e.g. gummy bears, fruit slices, 1/2 cup dried mango strips
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble pine needles, edible flowers optional for color
Instructions
- Arrange Logs:
- On a large wooden board or platter arrange breadsticks and pretzel rods in the center to mimic stacked fire logs.
- Layer Ingredients:
- Layer sliced cheeses and meats if using around and over the logs to add volume and interest.
- Create Flames:
- Place red grapes dried apricots cranberries mango strips and orange/red gummies above the logs to create a flame-like effect.
- Add Vegetables:
- Tuck in sliced sweet peppers and carrot sticks among the flames for extra color and crunch.
- Scatter Snacks:
- Scatter crackers nuts and candied pecans around the edges for easy grazing.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to enjoy the snack board with their favorite drinks.
Save This snack board brings the family together with its inviting look and shareable flavors.
Required Tools
Large wooden serving board or platter, Cheese knives, Small bowls for nuts or candies optional
Allergen Information
Contains Milk cheese Tree nuts almonds pecans Wheat crackers breadsticks Soy in some processed snacks Pork if using prosciutto salami Always check individual product labels for allergen statements.
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 15 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 12 g per serving
Save Enjoy this snack board as the perfect centerpiece for your next cozy gathering.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses work best for this board?
Smoked gouda, sharp cheddar, and brie offer a balanced range of creamy textures and smoky, tangy notes that complement the other ingredients beautifully.
- → Can the meats be omitted?
Yes, for vegetarian or vegan preferences, simply skip the prosciutto and salami and opt for plant-based cheese alternatives to keep the flavor and texture variety.
- → How can I mimic the fire log effect?
Arrange breadsticks and pretzel rods stacked in the center to resemble fire logs, then layer slices of cheese and meats around them before adding colorful fruits and candies on top.
- → Are there gluten-free options available?
Certainly. Use gluten-free crackers and breadsticks in place of the traditional ones to cater to gluten sensitivity without compromising the visual appeal.
- → What drinks pair well with this board?
Bold red wines or warmly spiced ciders complement the smoky and sweet flavors, enhancing the cozy, inviting character of the board.
- → How long can the board sit before serving?
Because this board involves no cooking, it can be assembled shortly before serving to maintain freshness, especially with perishable elements like cheese and fresh herbs.