Save A whimsical and eye-catching snack board featuring elephant-shaped crackers, cheeses, fruits, and dips—perfect for parties or family gatherings.
I enjoy preparing this snack board for family get-togethers because it brings smiles and is easy to customize.
Ingredients
- Crackers: 24 elephant-shaped crackers (store-bought or homemade)
- Cheeses: 100 g mild cheddar, cut into cubes
- Cheeses: 100 g gouda, cut into small triangles
- Cheeses: 100 g creamy brie, sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, halved
- Fruits: 1 cup green grapes, halved
- Fruits: 1 apple, thinly sliced
- Fruits: 1 pear, thinly sliced
- Fruits: 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup baby carrots
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- Dips & Spreads: 1/3 cup hummus
- Dips & Spreads: 1/3 cup fig jam
- Garnish: Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the elephant-shaped crackers evenly across a large serving board or platter, forming a playful herd.
- Step 2:
- Place the cheese cubes, triangles, and slices in clusters around the crackers.
- Step 3:
- Add the grapes, apple, pear slices, and dried apricots, distributing them for balanced color and texture.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls with hummus and fig jam, then set on the board.
- Step 5:
- Tuck in baby carrots and cucumber slices, filling any gaps.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately and enjoy with friends or family.
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, cheese knife, small bowls for dips, paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) and Wheat/Gluten (crackers unless gluten-free). Double-check all packaged ingredients for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Approximately 240 calories, 11 g total fat, 28 g carbohydrates, and 8 g protein per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use different cheeses for this board?
Yes, you can substitute any of the cheeses with your preferred types to suit your taste or dietary needs.
- → Are gluten-free crackers suitable for this arrangement?
Absolutely, gluten-free crackers work well if you want to avoid gluten while maintaining the presentation.
- → What dips complement the flavors best?
Hummus and fig jam provide a perfect balance of savory and sweet, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Wash and halve grapes, thinly slice apples and pears to ensure easy picking and appealing display.
- → Is fresh mint necessary for garnish?
Mint leaves are optional but add a fresh aroma and an elegant finishing touch to the board.