Description

Fall gatherings just got easier—and cozier! Imagine a wooden board brimming with sharp cheddar, creamy brie topped with fig jam, prosciutto ribbons, apple slices, candied pecans, spiced chips, and a touch of sweetness like maple cookies or mini muffins. It’s colorful, abundant, and guaranteed to spark conversation. No cooking marathons, just effortless bites that bring everyone together.

Ingredients

heeses (pick 3–4): Sharp white cheddar, brie or camembert, aged gouda or blue cheese
Meats (pick 2–3): Prosciutto, salami, smoked turkey/ham
Fruits: Apple & pear slices (tossed in lemon juice), grapes, figs, dried cranberries/apricots
Crunchy snacks: Candied pecans/walnuts, pumpkin pita chips, crackers, popcorn
Sweets: Mini pumpkin muffins, gingersnaps, chocolate bark
Dips & spreads (2–3): Pumpkin cream cheese dip, fig jam or apple butter, roasted garlic or beet hummus
Optional garnish: Cinnamon sticks, rosemary sprigs, mini pumpkins

Instructions

Anchor with bowls: Place dips/spreads in small bowls on the board first.
Add cheeses: Space out, pre-slice firmer cheeses, drizzle jam on brie if desired.
Layer meats: Fan, roll, or fold for easy grabbing.
Pile fruits: Cluster apples, pears, grapes, and scatter dried fruit.
Fill with crunch: Add nuts, chips, popcorn, crackers into gaps.
Sweet finish: Tuck in cookies, bark, or muffins.
Garnish: Add herbs, mini pumpkins, or cinnamon sticks for flair.

Notes

A snack board is more than food—it’s a centerpiece for laughter, connection, and those golden autumn moments. Build it big, small, or themed to your taste.

Prep Time: 20–25 min

Nutrition

Calories: 450–550 cal Per Serving