A cozy snack board arranged with cheese, meats, fruits, and nuts to evoke the warmth of a fire.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz smoked gouda, sliced into log shapes
02 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
→ Meats (optional)
04 - 2.6 oz prosciutto
05 - 2.6 oz spicy salami
→ Breads & Crackers
06 - 1 cup breadsticks
07 - 1 cup multigrain crackers
08 - 1 cup pretzel rods
→ Fruits & Nuts
09 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
10 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
11 - 1 cup red grapes
12 - 1/3 cup roasted almonds
13 - 1/3 cup candied pecans
→ Vegetables
14 - 1/2 cup mini sweet peppers, sliced
15 - 1/2 cup carrot sticks
→ Sweet Elements
16 - 1/2 cup orange and red gummy candies
17 - 1/2 cup dried mango strips
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
19 - Edible flowers (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Place breadsticks and pretzel rods in the center of a large wooden board to mimic stacked fire logs.
02 - Surround and layer cheeses and optional cured meats over and around the breadsticks to add volume.
03 - Arrange red grapes, dried apricots, cranberries, dried mango strips, and gummy candies above the logs to simulate flickering flames.
04 - Nestle sliced mini sweet peppers and carrot sticks among the flame elements for added color and texture.
05 - Distribute multigrain crackers, roasted almonds, and candied pecans around the edges for easy grazing.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers to enhance appearance.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to enjoy with their preferred beverages.
