Festive Halloween Charcuterie Board with Candy Corn
A fun and easy Halloween snack board that combines savory cheeses, crackers, and meats with sweet candy corn for a surprising and delicious contrast of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese (cut into cubes or slices)
- Blue Cheese Crumbles
- Brie or Camembert Cheese
- Pepper Jack Cheese
- Whole Grain Crackers
- Pretzel Sticks
- Bagel Chips
- Goldfish Crackers
- Candy Corn
- Dried Apricots
- Roasted Almonds
- Mini Pepperoni
- Black Olives
Instructions
- Take cheddar and blue cheese out of the fridge 20 minutes before serving to reach room temperature. Cut cheddar into cubes or slices and crumble blue cheese.
- Arrange crackers on the board in a fan shape or small piles to create a sturdy base.
- Place mini pepperoni (rolled into rosettes) and black olives on the board in small clusters.
- Pour candy corn into small bowls or scatter it directly onto the board in clusters near the cheese.
- Sprinkle roasted almonds and dried apricots around the board to fill empty spaces and add texture.
- Step back to assess the board, adjusting placement for visual appeal and ensuring abundance.
Notes
Allow cheese to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Keep crackers separate from wet ingredients until serving to maintain crunch. Candy corn is a choking hazard for children under 3.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Varied assortment of
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 12
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