Twelve Days Christmas Snack

A festive and colorful snack board inspired by the classic carol, featuring twelve themed treats perfect for holiday gatherings.

This snack board has become a staple at my holiday parties, bringing all ages together with its variety and festive appeal.

Ingredients

• Cheeses: 100 g Brie cheese, sliced 100 g aged cheddar, cubed 100 g goat cheese, shaped into a log
• Meats: 100 g prosciutto, folded 100 g salami, sliced
• Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers 1 French baguette, sliced
• Fresh Fruit: 1 pear, sliced (for partridge in a pear tree) 1 apple, sliced 1 cup red grapes 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1/2 cup dried figs (for five golden rings)
• Nuts & Sweets: 1/2 cup pistachios 1/2 cup candied pecans 1/4 cup chocolate coins (for five golden rings) 1/4 cup marzipan birds or bird-shaped cookies (for calling birds) 1/4 cup chocolate-covered cherries (for maids a-milking)
• Condiments: 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup fig jam
• Decorative Elements (optional for theme): Edible gold leaf accents Rosemary sprigs (for greenery)

Instructions

Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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Step 1:

Arrange cheeses and meats evenly across the board, spacing to allow for easy access.

Step 2:

Place crackers and baguette slices around the cheeses.

Step 3:

Artfully distribute the fresh fruits, highlighting the pear and figs as centerpieces.

Step 4:

Fill small bowls with nuts, chocolate coins, and marzipan birds, and place them around the board.

Step 5:

Add honey and fig jam in ramekins or small bowls, tucking them between other ingredients.

Step 6:

Garnish with edible gold leaf and rosemary sprigs for a festive touch.

Step 7:

Add any additional themed treats to represent each of the twelve days for a complete look.

Step 8:

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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The whole family enjoys gathering around this board, sharing stories and tasting each themed treat during the holidays.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Small bowls or ramekins Cheese knives Small spoons

Allergen Information

Contains milk (cheese) wheat (crackers/bread) tree nuts (pistachios pecans) and possible soy (chocolate) Double-check labels for gluten nut and dairy content if serving guests with allergies

Nutritional Information

Calories 340 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 12 g per serving approximately

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Measure spices, liquids, and baking ingredients accurately for consistent results in cooking and baking.

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This snack board is a festive and flexible choice that makes holiday entertaining effortless and memorable.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ How should the snack board be arranged for best presentation?

Place cheeses and meats evenly spaced, surround with crackers and bread, then distribute fruits and nuts to create visual interest and easy access.

→ What are good substitutions for vegetarian preferences?

Omit meats and add extra cheeses, olives, or roasted vegetables to maintain variety and flavor.

→ How can the snack board reflect the Twelve Days theme?

Include themed treats like marzipan birds and chocolate coins and label each section to represent a day from the carol.

→ What pairings complement this snack board?

A sparkling wine or a light-bodied red wine works well to complement the range of cheeses and savory bites.

→ Are there allergen considerations to keep in mind?

This board includes dairy, wheat, tree nuts, and possibly soy, so verify ingredient labels if guests have allergies.