Save A festive, autumn-inspired snack board featuring a variety of sweet and savory treats, perfect for gatherings or as a fun appetizer for any fall event.
This snack board has become a staple for our autumn celebrations, loved for its colorful presentation and easy assembly.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar, cubed 100 g gouda, sliced 100 g brie, cut into wedges
- Fruits & Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup orange bell pepper strips 1 cup green grapes 1 cup apple slices ½ cup dried apricots
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup whole wheat crackers 1 cup mini pretzels 1 baguette, sliced
- Dips & Spreads: ½ cup pumpkin hummus ½ cup ranch dip
- Sweets & Treats: ½ cup chocolate-covered almonds ½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels ½ cup pumpkin-shaped candy corn ¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs Mini decorative pumpkins or gourds (for presentation, not for eating)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange cheeses throughout the board, spacing them for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Cluster fruits and vegetables around the cheeses, alternating colors for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Place crackers, bread, and pretzels in open spaces, fanning them out for easy grabbing.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls with pumpkin hummus and ranch dip&position them on opposite sides of the board.
- Step 5:
- Scatter sweets and roasted pumpkin seeds around the board, filling in gaps and adding pops of color.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and decorative pumpkins or gourds for a festive touch.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, replenishing items as needed.
Save This board always brings our family together, sparking conversations and smiles during our fall get-togethers.
Notes
For a vegan board, choose dairy-free cheeses and dips. Add sliced pears or figs for extra autumn flavor. Swap pumpkin hummus for classic hummus if preferred. Pair with sparkling cider or a light white wine.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls for dips Cheese knife Small tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk (cheese), Gluten (crackers, bread, pretzels), Tree nuts (if included in sweets), Eggs (may be in candy corn or dips). Always check ingredient labels for allergens and cross-contamination warnings.
Save With just a little prep, this snack board brings festive fun and delicious variety to any autumn occasion.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses are best for this autumn board?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie provide a balanced flavor and texture mix ideal for this board.
- → Can this board be made vegan-friendly?
Yes, substitute dairy cheeses and dips with plant-based alternatives to suit vegan diets.
- → How should the items be arranged for best presentation?
Space cheeses evenly, cluster fruits and veggies by color, and fan crackers around dips for easy access.
- → What dips complement the flavors here?
Pumpkin hummus and ranch dip add savory and creamy touches that pair well with cheeses and crackers.
- → Are there suggestions for seasonal garnishes?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and mini decorative pumpkins or gourds add festive autumn charm to the board.