Pin This A playful and imaginative snack board designed to resemble a spaceship launch, perfect for parties or themed gatherings. This board combines fresh fruits, cheeses, vegetables, and crunchy snacks for a fun and nutritious experience.
I love assembling this snack board because it sparks imagination and makes any gathering special with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g cheddar cheese cut into cubes, 100 g mozzarella balls (mini), 100 g gouda sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup blueberries, 1 apple sliced, 1 kiwi sliced
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 cucumber sliced into rounds, 1 cup baby carrots
- Crunchy Snacks: 1 cup pretzel sticks, 1 cup multigrain crackers
- Dips & Extras: ½ cup hummus, ¼ cup ranch dip
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large wooden board or platter, sketch out the outline of a spaceship using parchment paper if desired as a guide.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheeses in the main body of the spaceship to form the fuselage.
- Step 3:
- Use apple slices and kiwi rounds to create the cockpit and windows.
- Step 4:
- Place grapes and blueberries along the body for color and extra shapes.
- Step 5:
- Use pretzel sticks and carrot sticks to form the rocket boosters and flames below the spaceship.
- Step 6:
- Position bell pepper strips and cucumber slices around the base to mimic exhaust or smoke.
- Step 7:
- Place bowls of hummus and ranch dip at the corners of the board as fuel cells.
- Step 8:
- Scatter crackers around the edges to resemble stars or space debris.
- Step 9:
- Finish with any remaining fruit and vegetables to fill gaps and enhance the theme. Serve immediately.
Pin This This snack board is a hit at family parties, inspiring kids to try new foods while having fun building their spaceship slices.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter, small bowls for dips, sharp knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese), gluten (crackers pretzels), and possible sesame (hummus). Check all pre-made items (dips crackers) for allergens and cross-contamination as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories 210, Total Fat 9 g, Carbohydrates 26 g, Protein 7 g per serving estimate.
Pin This This snack board makes for an effortless yet impressive centerpiece any time you want to wow guests or delight kids.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I create the spaceship shape on the board?
Use parchment paper to sketch the outline on your serving board as a guide. Arrange ingredients to form the spaceship body, cockpit, and boosters accordingly.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses used?
Yes, feel free to swap cheeses with your favorites or seasonal varieties like brie, gouda, or pepper jack.
- → What dips pair well with this snack arrangement?
Hummus and ranch dip complement the fresh fruits, veggies, and crunchy snacks wonderfully, adding creaminess and flavor.
- → How should I store leftovers?
Cover the board tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Consume leftovers within 1-2 days for the best freshness.
- → Is this setup suitable for guests with allergies?
This board contains dairy and gluten; check ingredient labels and offer alternatives to accommodate allergies as needed.