Picnic Basket Snack Board

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This portable snack board features an inviting assortment of aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese paired with fresh fruits like grapes and apples, crunchy crackers, and savory nuts. Optional sliced salami and prosciutto add flavor complexity but can be omitted for a vegetarian touch. Bright vegetables such as baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes bring color and freshness. The board is complemented by creamy hummus and honey for added richness. Perfect for outdoor or picnic settings, assembly involves arranging all elements on a large platter for easy sharing.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:39:00 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.

We love bringing this snack board to picnics because it pleases all tastes and requires no cooking.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar, cubed 100 g brie, sliced 100 g goat cheese, crumbled
  • Meats (optional): 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

Arrange:
Arrange all cheeses and meats (if using) evenly on a large portable board or platter.
Fill:
Fill spaces with crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.
Add:
Add vegetables, grouping by type for visual appeal.
Scatter:
Scatter nuts and olives around the board.
Place:
Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add to the board.
Cover:
Cover tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe container until ready to serve.
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Gathering around this board always brings warm family moments and lively conversations.

Notes

Add chocolate pieces or energy bites for a sweet touch. Pair with sparkling water lemonade or a chilled white wine.

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.

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This snack board is a simple yet elegant solution for sharing food outside. Enjoy assembling and eating with friends and family.

Recipe FAQs

How can I keep the snack board fresh during transport?

Use an insulated bag with ice packs to keep cold items like cheeses and dips fresh until serving.

Can this board be made vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the sliced salami and prosciutto and substitute with roasted chickpeas or extra nuts for added texture.

What are some good beverages to pair with this snack board?

Pair with sparkling water, lemonade, or a chilled white wine to complement the variety of flavors.

Are there any common allergens in this board?

This board contains dairy from cheeses, nuts like almonds, gluten in crackers and baguette, and possible traces of soy in hummus. Check ingredients accordingly.

How should I arrange the components for best presentation?

Group cheeses and meats first, then fill spaces with crackers, fresh fruits, and veggies arranged by type for visual appeal.

Picnic Basket Snack Board

A vibrant mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and veggies ideal for outdoor sharing and gatherings.

Prep Time
20 minutes
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Complete Time
20 minutes
Recipe Creator Grace Miller


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Servings Made 4 Portion Count

Dietary Notes Meat-Free

What You Need

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 0.5 cup dried apricots

Vegetables

01 1 cup baby carrots
02 1 cup cucumber rounds
03 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

Nuts & Extras

01 0.33 cup roasted almonds
02 0.25 cup olives
03 0.25 cup hummus
04 2 tbsp honey

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 01

Arrange cheeses and meats: Distribute all cheeses and meats, if using, evenly across a large portable board or platter.

Step 02

Add crackers and fruits: Fill the gaps with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, and fresh fruits to create a balanced presentation.

Step 03

Incorporate vegetables: Place the baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes grouped by type for visual appeal.

Step 04

Scatter nuts and olives: Distribute roasted almonds and olives throughout the board for texture and flavor contrast.

Step 05

Add dips: Spoon hummus and honey into small containers or ramekins and position them conveniently on the board.

Step 06

Cover and store: Seal the board tightly with plastic wrap or place in a secure picnic container until ready to serve.

Tools You'll Need

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

Allergy Details

Look over every item for allergens. If unsure, check with your healthcare provider.
  • Contains dairy from cheeses, nuts (almonds), gluten from crackers and baguette, and potential soy traces in hummus.

Nutrition (per portion)

For guidance only: not a replacement for professional medical counsel.
  • Energy (Calories): 410
  • Fats: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Proteins: 16 g