Picnic Basket Snack Board

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This picnic snack board offers a fresh and vibrant assortment of aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese alongside crisp baby carrots, juicy grapes, and sweet dried apricots. Complemented by salami or prosciutto, assorted crackers, and crunchy almonds, it’s designed for easy assembly and sharing outdoors. Include creamy hummus and a drizzle of honey for added flavor depth. Ideal for quick prep and effortless serving, it suits vegetarians with simple swaps.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:27:00 GMT
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A vibrant, portable snack board perfect for outdoor gatherings, featuring a mix of sweet and savory components ideal for sharing.

This snack board has been my go-to for picnics and casual get-togethers, impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 100 g brie sliced, 100 g goat cheese crumbled
  • Meats (optional omit for vegetarian): 80 g sliced salami, 80 g prosciutto
  • Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers, 1 small baguette sliced
  • Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber rounds, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted almonds, 1/4 cup olives, 1/4 cup hummus, 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange all cheeses and meats (if using) evenly on a large portable board or platter.
Step 2:
Fill spaces with crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.
Step 3:
Add vegetables, grouping by type for visual appeal.
Step 4:
Scatter nuts and olives around the board.
Step 5:
Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add to the board.
Step 6:
Cover tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe container until ready to serve.
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My family loves gathering around this snack board especially during weekend picnics in the park.

Required Tools

Large portable board or platter, small containers or ramekins for dips, picnic knife, plastic wrap or food-safe cover

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese), nuts (almonds), gluten (crackers baguette), and possible traces of soy (hummus). Check individual ingredient labels for allergens such as sesame (hummus) or gluten-free needs.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 410, Total Fat 21 g, Carbohydrates 36 g, Protein 16 g

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This snack board is perfect for effortless entertaining and can be customized based on your guests preferences.

Common Recipe Questions

How should I pack the board for outdoor picnics?

Use an insulated bag with ice packs to keep cheeses and fresh items cool and prevent spoilage during transport.

Can the meats be omitted without altering flavor?

Yes, replacing meats with roasted chickpeas or extra nuts creates a satisfying vegetarian alternative without sacrificing texture.

What types of cheeses work best for this board?

Aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese balance creaminess and sharpness, creating a harmonious flavor profile.

Which fruits pair well on a snack board like this?

Red grapes, sliced apples, and dried apricots offer a mix of sweetness and freshness to complement savory elements.

How can I enhance presentation and variety?

Arrange ingredients in groups by type for visual appeal and add contrasting colors with vegetables like cherry tomatoes and cucumber rounds.

What dips complement the snack board?

Include creamy hummus and a drizzle of honey to provide smooth textures and a touch of sweetness.

Picnic Basket Snack Board

A colorful board combining cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers for easy, vibrant outdoor servings.

Prep Duration
20 min
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Overall Duration
20 min
Created by messli Sophie Lane


Skill Required Easy

Cuisine Origin International

Portion Yield 4 People served

Diet Preferences Meat-Free

List of Ingredients

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Meats (optional; omit for vegetarian)

01 2.8 oz sliced salami
02 2.8 oz prosciutto

Crackers & Bread

01 1 cup assorted crackers
02 1 small baguette, sliced

Fruits

01 1 cup red grapes
02 1 apple, sliced
03 ½ cup dried apricots

Vegetables

01 1 cup baby carrots
02 1 cup cucumber rounds
03 ½ cup cherry tomatoes

Nuts & Extras

01 ⅓ cup roasted almonds
02 ¼ cup olives
03 ¼ cup hummus
04 2 tbsp honey

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 01

Prepare cheeses and meats: Arrange all cheeses and, if using, the sliced meats evenly on a large portable board or platter.

Step 02

Add crackers and fruits: Fill the remaining spaces with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, and fresh fruits such as grapes, apple slices, and dried apricots.

Step 03

Incorporate vegetables: Add baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes, grouping each vegetable by type for a visually appealing presentation.

Step 04

Scatter nuts and olives: Distribute roasted almonds and olives evenly across the board to complement other ingredients.

Step 05

Place dips and sweetener: Spoon hummus and honey into small containers or ramekins and position them on the board for easy access.

Step 06

Cover and store: Secure the assembled board tightly with plastic wrap or place it in a picnic-safe container until ready to serve.

Kitchen Tools Needed

  • Large portable board or platter
  • Small containers or ramekins for dips
  • Picnic knife
  • Plastic wrap or food-safe cover

Allergy Warnings

Check all listed ingredients for allergens. Reach out to a healthcare provider if you aren't sure.
  • Contains dairy, nuts, gluten, and possible traces of soy. Verify labels for sesame allergens and gluten-free needs.

Nutrition per serving

Nutritional details are just for your reference. Always talk to a doctor for specific health advice.
  • Energy (Calories): 410
  • Fats: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Proteins: 16 g