Halloween Charcuterie Snack Board (Print Version)

Create a festive board with cheeses, meats, fruits, and themed treats for a Halloween party centerpiece.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz cheddar cheese, cut into bat or pumpkin shapes
02 - 5.3 oz brie cheese, sliced, optionally wrapped with thin strips of prosciutto for a 'mummy' effect
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed

→ Cured Meats

04 - 4.2 oz prosciutto
05 - 4.2 oz salami, sliced
06 - 3.5 oz chorizo, sliced

→ Crackers & Breads

07 - 1 cup assorted crackers, both round and square shapes
08 - 1 cup breadsticks or pretzel sticks

→ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

09 - 1 cup black grapes
10 - 1 cup green grapes
11 - 1 cup baby carrots
12 - 1/2 cup black olives
13 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes

→ Spooky Accents

14 - 1/4 cup candy eyeballs for garnish
15 - 1/2 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
16 - 1/2 cup Halloween-shaped cookies, such as ghosts, bats, and pumpkins
17 - 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds

→ Dips & Spreads

18 - 1/2 cup hummus, sprinkled with paprika for a 'bloody' effect
19 - 1/2 cup black olive tapenade

# Method:

01 - Arrange cheddar, brie, and gouda on a large serving board, using Halloween cookie cutters to create festive shapes as desired.
02 - Fold or roll prosciutto, salami, and chorizo, then position them around the cheeses to form decorative ribbons or roses.
03 - Cluster assorted crackers and breadsticks in accessible groups on the board for easy serving.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with black and green grapes, baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, and black olives for visual appeal and texture.
05 - Place candy eyeballs atop cheeses or meats, scatter chocolate-covered pretzels and Halloween-shaped cookies throughout, and sprinkle roasted pumpkin seeds over the board.
06 - Arrange hummus and black olive tapenade in small bowls around the board; swirl paprika into the hummus for a blood-like appearance.
07 - Complete with optional non-edible embellishments, such as small plastic spiders or miniature pumpkins.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to assemble with no cooking involved
  • Perfect centerpiece for spooky parties or family nights
  • Customizable for all ages or dietary needs
  • Makes snacking interactive and fun with Halloween flair
02 -
  • High protein and fiber from cheese, meats, and veggies
  • A vibrant board draws everyone to the table
  • Easily tweaked for vegetarians, nut allergies, or gluten-free guests
03 -
  • Let cheeses sit out for a bit before assembling so they slice cleanly and hold their shapes on the board
  • Cut everything before guests arrive to make assembly fun and stress free
  • Use cookie cutters with a firm pressing motion on cold cheddar for sharp outlines
  • Add your Halloween sweets last so they don’t get squished while arranging savory
  • Always have extra crackers and veggies on the side (at parties, these go fast)

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