Pin It A festive and colorful snack board inspired by the classic carol, featuring twelve themed treats perfect for holiday gatherings.
This snack board has become a holiday staple in my home, bringing friends and family together with its festive charm.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie cheese, sliced, 100 g aged cheddar, cubed, 100 g goat cheese, shaped into a log
- Meats: 100 g prosciutto, folded, 100 g salami, sliced
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1 French baguette, sliced
- Fresh Fruit: 1 pear, sliced (for partridge in a pear tree), 1 apple, sliced, 1 cup red grapes, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, 1/2 cup dried figs (for five golden rings)
- Nuts & Sweets: 1/2 cup pistachios, 1/2 cup candied pecans, 1/4 cup chocolate coins (for five golden rings), 1/4 cup marzipan birds or bird-shaped cookies (for calling birds), 1/4 cup chocolate-covered cherries (for maids a-milking)
- Condiments: 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup fig jam
- Decorative Elements (optional for theme): Edible gold leaf accents, Rosemary sprigs (for greenery)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange cheeses and meats evenly across the board, spacing to allow for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Place crackers and baguette slices around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Artfully distribute the fresh fruits, highlighting the pear and figs as centerpieces.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls with nuts, chocolate coins, and marzipan birds, and place them around the board.
- Step 5:
- Add honey and fig jam in ramekins or small bowls, tucking them between other ingredients.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with edible gold leaf and rosemary sprigs for a festive touch.
- Step 7:
- Add any additional themed treats to represent each of the twelve days for a complete look.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Pin It Sharing this board with my family each year has become a treasured holiday tradition full of joy and laughter.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, cheese knives, small spoons
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese) wheat (crackers bread) tree nuts (pistachios pecans) and possible soy (chocolate). Double-check labels for gluten nut and dairy content if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 Total Fat: 18 g Carbohydrates: 32 g Protein: 12 g per serving approximately
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This snack board is sure to brighten any holiday gathering making your celebration memorable and delicious.
Recipe FAQs
- → How should I arrange the items on the snack board?
Distribute cheeses and meats evenly with space between them, then surround with crackers and bread. Add fruits and nuts in small bowls or clusters for balance, and finish with spreads and garnishes strategically placed for both look and ease of access.
- → Can I make this snack board vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, simply omit the meats and increase the variety of cheeses, olives, and roasted vegetables to maintain a flavorful and balanced board.
- → What are some ideal beverage pairings?
Sparkling wine or a light-bodied red wine pairs beautifully with the range of flavors and textures on this board.
- → Are there allergen considerations I should be aware of?
This board contains dairy, wheat, tree nuts, and possibly soy from chocolates. Always check ingredient labels and inform guests with allergies accordingly.
- → How can I enhance the festive theme visually?
Use edible gold leaf accents and rosemary sprigs as garnish, and consider labeling items to correspond with each of the twelve days for a themed presentation.
- → What tools are helpful for serving this board?
Use a large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins for nuts and spreads, cheese knives, and small spoons to make serving easy and elegant.