Twelve Days Christmas Snack Board (Printable)

A vibrant assortment of cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and sweets arranged for holiday celebration.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Brie cheese, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, shaped into a log

→ Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Crackers & Bread

06 - 1 cup assorted crackers
07 - 1 French baguette, sliced

→ Fresh Fruit

08 - 1 pear, sliced
09 - 1 apple, sliced
10 - 1 cup red grapes
11 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
12 - 1/2 cup dried figs

→ Nuts & Sweets

13 - 1/2 cup pistachios
14 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
15 - 1/4 cup chocolate coins
16 - 1/4 cup marzipan birds or bird-shaped cookies
17 - 1/4 cup chocolate-covered cherries

→ Condiments

18 - 1/4 cup honey
19 - 1/4 cup fig jam

→ Decorative Elements

20 - Edible gold leaf accents
21 - Rosemary sprigs

# How to Make It:

01 - Evenly distribute cheeses and folded meats across the serving board, allowing space for easy access.
02 - Position assorted crackers and sliced French baguette around the cheeses for variety and accessibility.
03 - Artfully place sliced pear and dried figs as focal points, then scatter apple slices, red grapes, and pomegranate seeds.
04 - Fill small bowls with pistachios, candied pecans, chocolate coins, marzipan birds, and chocolate-covered cherries, distributing them evenly across the board.
05 - Tuck honey and fig jam into ramekins or small bowls, placing them strategically between other ingredients.
06 - Decorate with edible gold leaf accents and fresh rosemary sprigs to enhance the seasonal theme.
07 - Incorporate additional snacks representing the twelve days for a complete presentation.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A beautiful and thematic snack board inspired by the classic Twelve Days of Christmas.
  • Combines a variety of textures and flavors: creamy cheeses, savory meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet treats.
  • Easy to assemble with no cooking required, perfect for holiday entertaining.
  • Vegetarian-friendly with simple substitutions.
  • Customizable to suit dietary needs or preferences.
02 -
  • Use small bowls or ramekins to corral smaller items like nuts and sweets to keep the board tidy.
  • Shape the goat cheese into a log for easy slicing and elegant presentation.
  • Fold prosciutto to add volume and texture to the meat section.
  • Garnish with edible gold leaf for a glamorous, festive touch that enhances the holiday spirit.
  • Label each snack with corresponding day numbers or names to immerse guests in the Twelve Days theme.
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