Flickering Fire Log Snack (Printable)

A visually stunning snack board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and vibrant veggies arranged like flickering flames.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 (to mimic fire logs)
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 (for flames)

16 - 1/2 cup orange and red gummy candies (e.g., gummy bears, fruit slices)
17 - 1/2 cup dried mango strips

→ Garnishes

18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (to resemble pine needles)
19 - Edible flowers (optional, for color)

# Directions:

01 - Place breadsticks and pretzel rods in the center of a large wooden board or platter to resemble stacked fire logs.
02 - Surround and layer sliced cheeses and optional meats over and around the logs for added volume and visual appeal.
03 - Top the logs with red grapes, dried apricots, dried cranberries, mango strips, and orange/red gummy candies to mimic flames.
04 - Nestle sliced mini sweet peppers and carrot sticks within the flame arrangement to add color and crunch.
05 - Disperse multigrain crackers, roasted almonds, and candied pecans around the perimeter for easy grazing.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble pine needles and optional edible flowers for a festive touch.
07 - Present the board promptly and encourage guests to enjoy with preferred beverages.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Visually stunning arrangement
  • Combines sweet and savory treats
02 -
  • For a vegan board, use plant-based cheeses and omit meats
  • Gluten-free crackers and breadsticks can be substituted as needed
03 -
  • Arrange ingredients with height variation for visual interest
  • Use fresh rosemary sprigs as aromatic garnishes that resemble pine needles
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