Winter Wonderland Snack Board

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This winter-inspired snack board showcases a vibrant mix of brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese paired with crisp apple and pear slices, plump grapes, and an assortment of dried fruits and nuts. Crackers and baguette slices add texture while white chocolate bark and gingerbread cookies lend a festive sweetness. Garnished with fresh rosemary and pomegranate seeds, it creates a cozy and colorful spread perfect for holiday gatherings or intimate evenings.

Preparation requires no cooking and takes just 25 minutes, making it easy to assemble and enjoy. Variations can include different nuts or cheeses, and pairing with mulled cider or sparkling wine elevates the experience.

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By Naomi Carter

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:37:00 GMT

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An enchanting, festive snack board featuring an array of winter-inspired treats—perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire.

This snack board has become my go-to for holiday parties because it's effortless and always impresses guests.

Ingredients

Cheeses: 100 g brie, sliced, 100 g aged cheddar, cubed, 100 g blue cheese, crumbled
Fresh Fruits: 1 crisp apple, sliced, 1 pear, sliced, 1 small bunch red grapes
Dried Fruits & Nuts: 50 g dried cranberries, 50 g dried apricots, 60 g candied pecans, 40 g toasted walnuts
Crackers & Bread: 100 g assorted crackers (e.g., whole grain, water crackers), 1 small baguette, sliced
Sweet Treats: 50 g white chocolate bark, broken into pieces, 12 mini gingerbread cookies
Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Pomegranate seeds (for a pop of color)

Instructions

Step 1:: Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board, spacing them apart.
Step 2:: Fan out the apple and pear slices near the cheeses.
Step 3:: Cluster grapes, dried fruits, and nuts around the fruit and cheese.
Step 4:: Add crackers and baguette slices in small piles for easy access.
Step 5:: Scatter white chocolate bark and gingerbread cookies across the board.
Step 6:: Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds for a wintry touch.
Step 7:: Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

This snack board always brings my family together, sparking conversation and cozy moments during the holiday season.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, Paring knife, Cheese knives, Small bowls or ramekins (optional)

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cheese), Wheat (crackers, bread), Tree nuts (pecans, walnuts), Eggs (gingerbread cookies depending on recipe). Check all packaged items for hidden allergens and cross-contamination risks.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 325, Total Fat 16 g, Carbohydrates 38 g, Protein 9 g

This winter snack board is the perfect centerpiece for any gathering, combining ease with elegance.

Winter Wonderland Snack Board

A festive snack board combining cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet treats ideal for winter celebrations.

Time to prep

25 min

Overall time

25 min

Created by Naomi Carter

Type Weekend Home Comforts

Skill level Easy

Cuisine International

Makes 6 Portions

Dietary notes Vegetarian-friendly

What you need

Cheeses

01 3.5 oz Brie, sliced

02 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed

03 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

Fresh Fruits

01 1 crisp apple, sliced

02 1 pear, sliced

03 1 small bunch red grapes

Dried Fruits & Nuts

01 1.75 oz dried cranberries

02 1.75 oz dried apricots

03 2.1 oz candied pecans

04 1.4 oz toasted walnuts

Crackers & Bread

01 3.5 oz assorted crackers (whole grain, water crackers)

02 1 small baguette, sliced

Sweet Treats

01 1.75 oz white chocolate bark, broken into pieces

02 12 mini gingerbread cookies

Garnishes

01 Fresh rosemary sprigs

02 Pomegranate seeds for garnish

Directions

Step 01

Arrange cheeses: Spread the assortment of cheeses evenly on a large serving board, ensuring each variety is spaced apart.

Step 02

Position fresh fruit: Fan sliced apple and pear near the cheeses to complement the selection.

Step 03

Add dried fruits and nuts: Cluster grapes, dried cranberries, apricots, candied pecans, and toasted walnuts around the fresh fruits and cheeses.

Step 04

Place crackers and bread: Arrange assorted crackers and baguette slices in accessible small piles for convenient serving.

Step 05

Incorporate sweet treats: Distribute white chocolate bark pieces and mini gingerbread cookies throughout the board to add festive variety.

Step 06

Garnish: Decorate the board with sprigs of fresh rosemary and scatter pomegranate seeds for a vibrant, wintry effect.

Step 07

Serve or store: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Tools needed

Large serving board or platter
Paring knife
Cheese knives
Small bowls or ramekins (optional)

Allergens

Review ingredients for allergies and speak with your healthcare provider if you're unsure.

Milk from cheeses
Wheat in crackers and bread
Tree nuts including pecans and walnuts
Eggs in gingerbread cookies, depending on recipe

Nutrition details (each serving)

This info is a reference and doesn’t replace advice from your doctor.

Energy: 325
Lipids: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Proteins: 9 g