Picnic Basket Snack Board

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This snack board features a harmonious mix of aged cheddar, brie, and goat cheese complemented by optional salami and prosciutto. Fresh fruits like grapes and apple slices add natural sweetness, balanced with baby carrots, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes for crunch and color. Roasted almonds, olives, hummus, and a drizzle of honey provide rich, savory layers. Easily arranged on a large platter, it’s ideal for outdoor gatherings and picnic settings. Serve chilled and pair with refreshing drinks for a delightful bite anytime.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:57:00 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 because it combines a variety of flavors and textures that everyone enjoys.

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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Sharing this board at family picnics has created many memorable moments filled with laughter and good food.

Required Tools

Large portable board or platter, small containers or ramekins for dips, picnic knife, and plastic wrap or food-safe cover are needed to prepare and serve this snack board.

Allergen Information

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

Nutritional Information

Per serving contains 410 calories, 21 g total fat, 36 g carbohydrates, and 16 g protein.

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This snack board is a delightful combination of flavors that’s perfect for any casual gathering or picnic.

Recipe Q&A

How should the snack board be packed for outdoor events?

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

Can the meats be omitted for vegetarians?

Yes, meats can be replaced with roasted chickpeas or extra nuts to maintain texture and protein.

What types of cheeses work best on this board?

Aged cheddar, creamy brie, and tangy goat cheese create a balanced flavor combination.

How to arrange components for a visually appealing board?

Group similar items like fruits, vegetables, and nuts separately while alternating colors for contrast.

What drinks pair well with this snack board?

Fresh lemonade, sparkling water, or chilled white wine complement the flavors nicely.

Picnic Basket Snack Board

Bright and portable snack board with cheeses, fruits, veggies, and nuts for easy sharing outdoors.

Prep Needed
20 minutes
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Overall Time
20 minutes
Created by Messli Tessa Marlow


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine International

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Notes Meat-Free

What You'll Need

Cheeses

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

Meats (optional)

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

Steps

Step 01

Arrange cheeses and meats: Place all cheeses and optional meats evenly on a large portable board or platter.

Step 02

Add crackers and fruits: Fill gaps with assorted crackers, baguette slices, and fresh fruits.

Step 03

Incorporate vegetables: Group baby carrots, cucumber rounds, and cherry tomatoes in clusters for visual appeal.

Step 04

Scatter nuts and olives: Distribute roasted almonds and olives evenly around the board.

Step 05

Serve dips and honey: Place hummus and honey in small containers or ramekins and add them to the board.

Step 06

Cover and store: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap or secure in a picnic-safe 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

Be sure to check each ingredient for allergens and consult your healthcare provider if you have questions.
  • Contains dairy (cheeses), nuts (almonds), gluten (crackers, baguette), and possible soy traces (hummus).

Nutrition Breakdown (per portion)

For general guidelines only. Not meant to provide medical or dietary diagnosis.
  • Caloric Value: 410
  • Fats: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Proteins: 16 g