Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

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This celestial midnight board features a delightful arrangement of crescent-shaped brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese paired with clusters of pear slices, grapes, dried apricots, and blueberries. Accompanied by crescent crackers, roasted almonds, pistachios, and subtle honey drizzles, each bite blends creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures. Edible flowers and fresh mint add a magical touch perfect for late-night snacking or starry celebrations. Ready in 20 minutes, this easy-to-assemble board invites guests to mix flavors and savor every moment under the night sky.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:29:00 GMT
A visually stunning Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board with brie, cheddar, and sweet dark chocolate stars. Save to Pinterest
A visually stunning Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board with brie, cheddar, and sweet dark chocolate stars. | messlitreats.com

A whimsical, celestial-themed snack board featuring a delightful mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and treats, perfect for late-night cravings or special gatherings under the stars.

This snack board has been my favorite for casual get-togethers under the stars where everyone loves mixing and matching flavors.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 120 g brie cheese cut into crescent shapes, 120 g aged cheddar sliced, 100 g blue cheese crumbled
  • Fruits: 1 pear thinly sliced, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup blueberries
  • Crackers & Breads: 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini, 1 small baguette sliced
  • Nuts & Seeds: 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
  • Sweets: 1/4 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips, 2 tbsp honey
  • Garnishes: Edible flowers (optional), Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.
Step 2:
Fan out the cheddar slices and blue cheese around the brie filling in the crescent shape.
Step 3:
Place pear slices and grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.
Step 4:
Fill open spaces with dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
Step 5:
Scatter almonds and pistachios throughout the board for texture and crunch.
Step 6:
Add chocolate stars or chips for a midnight sparkle and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
Step 7:
Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical, night-sky effect.
Step 8:
Serve immediately encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
Enjoy the delicious variety of a Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, perfect for late-night grazing. Save to Pinterest
Enjoy the delicious variety of a Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, perfect for late-night grazing. | messlitreats.com

This snack board often brings my family together on relaxing weekend evenings as we enjoy the variety and the aesthetic delights.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, Sharp knife, Small bowls (for nuts or honey)

Allergen Information

Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds pistachios), gluten (crackers baguette). Check labels for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate.

Nutritional Information

Calories 340, Total Fat 18 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 11 g per serving.

Gaze upon a richly textured Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, beautifully arranged with cheeses and fruits. Save to Pinterest
Gaze upon a richly textured Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, beautifully arranged with cheeses and fruits. | messlitreats.com

This crescent moon snack board is as delicious as it is beautiful perfect for any special occasion.

Common Recipe Questions

What cheeses are used in this snack board?

The board includes crescent-shaped brie, aged cheddar slices, and crumbled blue cheese, offering a mix of creamy and tangy flavors.

How can I add a celestial touch to the presentation?

Use star-shaped cutters for fruits or cheese and garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical night-sky effect.

Can I substitute the fruits or nuts?

Yes, feel free to swap the pears, grapes, apricots, or nuts like almonds and pistachios with your preferred seasonal options.

What pairs well with this snack board?

A chilled glass of sparkling wine, herbal tea, or a light red wine complements the flavors beautifully.

Are there common allergens in this board?

Note that the board contains milk (cheeses), tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), and gluten (crackers, baguette). Check ingredient labels to be safe.

Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

An elegant board with crescent-shaped cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweet accents for special nights.

Prep Duration
20 min
Cooking Duration
1 min
Overall Duration
21 min
Created by messli Sophie Lane


Skill Required Easy

Cuisine Origin International

Portion Yield 5 People served

Diet Preferences Meat-Free

List of Ingredients

Cheeses

01 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into crescent shapes
02 4.2 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

Fruits

01 1 pear, thinly sliced
02 1 cup seedless grapes
03 0.5 cup dried apricots
04 0.5 cup blueberries

Crackers & Breads

01 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini
02 1 small baguette, sliced

Nuts & Seeds

01 0.33 cup roasted almonds
02 0.33 cup shelled pistachios

Sweets

01 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars or chips
02 2 tbsp honey

Garnishes

01 Edible flowers (optional)
02 Fresh mint leaves

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 01

Create Crescent Moon Base: Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.

Step 02

Add Cheeses: Fan out the cheddar slices and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese around the brie to fill the crescent shape.

Step 03

Position Fresh Fruits: Place thin pear slices and seedless grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.

Step 04

Fill With Dried Fruits and Crackers: Fill the remaining open spaces with dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.

Step 05

Incorporate Nuts: Scatter roasted almonds and shelled pistachios evenly across the board to add texture.

Step 06

Add Sweet Accents: Distribute dark chocolate stars or chips over the board, then drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.

Step 07

Garnish for Presentation: Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a twilight aesthetic.

Step 08

Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, allowing guests to combine flavors at their leisure.

Kitchen Tools Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Small bowls for nuts or honey

Allergy Warnings

Check all listed ingredients for allergens. Reach out to a healthcare provider if you aren't sure.
  • Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), gluten (crackers, baguette). Check labels for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate.

Nutrition per serving

Nutritional details are just for your reference. Always talk to a doctor for specific health advice.
  • Energy (Calories): 340
  • Fats: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Proteins: 11 g