Pin It A playful, equestrian-inspired grazing board designed for horse lovers, featuring a delightful array of snacks, fresh produce, and creative nods to the stables Perfect for themed gatherings or pony parties
This board always impresses guests at our pony parties and makes entertaining effortless
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed, 100 g brie sliced, 100 g smoked gouda sliced
- Meats: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g salami sliced, 80 g turkey breast rolled
- Fresh Produce: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber rounds, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 green apple sliced, 1 cup seedless red grapes
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup oat crackers, 1 cup multigrain breadsticks, 1/2 baguette sliced
- Dips & Condiments: 1/2 cup hummus, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup grainy mustard
- Fun Themed Additions: 6 pretzel rods (horse jumps), 1/2 cup apple chips (pony treats), 1/4 cup dark chocolate horseshoe shapes (optional for decoration), Fresh mint or edible flowers for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange cheeses:
- Arrange cheeses in distinct sections on a large wooden board or platter
- Fold meats:
- Fold or roll meats and place alongside cheeses
- Layer fresh produce:
- Layer baby carrots, cucumber rounds, cherry tomatoes, and apple slices in clusters creating visual variety
- Add fruits:
- Add grapes and apple chips in small piles for color and sweetness
- Place crackers and bread:
- Place crackers, breadsticks, and baguette slices around the board for easy access
- Fill bowls:
- Fill small bowls with hummus, honey, and mustard nestle these on the board
- Position themed additions:
- Position pretzel rods as playful horse jumps and scatter chocolate horseshoe shapes as a decorative touch
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with fresh mint or edible flowers Serve immediately
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Sharing this board during family gatherings brings everyone together and sparks great conversations about horses and fun memories
Notes
Add roasted nuts or marinated olives for extra variety
Required Tools
Large charcuterie board or platter, small bowls for dips, cheese knives, small tongs or serving forks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Wheat/Gluten (crackers breadsticks baguette), Tree nuts (if nut-based cheeses used), Soy (in some deli meats), Mustard Chocolate shapes may contain milk and soy Always check product labels for allergen content
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This grazing board is easy to customize and perfect for entertaining any crowd
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I arrange the different foods on the board?
Place cheeses in distinct sections, fold or roll the meats nearby, and cluster fresh produce like carrots and tomatoes to create visual variety across the board.
- → Can this grazing board be adapted for vegan diets?
Yes, substitute nut-based cheeses and plant-based deli slices for the animal-based options to make the board vegan-friendly.
- → What types of dips complement this board?
Hummus, honey, and grainy mustard provide a balance of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors that enhance the board’s variety.
- → Are there gluten-free options available?
Use certified gluten-free crackers and breads to accommodate gluten-free diets without sacrificing taste or texture.
- → What is the role of pretzel rods on the board?
Pretzel rods are arranged as playful horse jumps, adding a thematic and crunchy element to the board’s presentation.
- → How long does preparation take?
Preparing the board takes approximately 25 minutes with no cooking required.