Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

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This celestial-inspired board features crescent-shaped brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese artfully arranged with fresh pears, grapes, dried apricots, and blueberries. Complemented by crescent crackers, roasted almonds, pistachios, and a touch of dark chocolate stars drizzled with honey, it creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Garnished with edible flowers and mint, it captures a magical night-sky theme. Perfect for easy preparation and elegant presentation, this snack board invites guests to explore mix-and-match combinations under the stars.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:45:00 GMT
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A whimsical, celestial-themed snack board featuring a delightful mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and treats, perfect for late-night cravings or special gatherings under the stars.

This snack board has quickly become my go-to for entertaining friends on quiet evenings under the stars.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 120 g brie cheese cut into crescent shapes 120 g aged cheddar sliced 100 g blue cheese crumbled
  • Fruits: 1 pear thinly sliced 1 cup seedless grapes 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup blueberries
  • Crackers & Breads: 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini 1 small baguette sliced
  • Nuts & Seeds: 1/3 cup roasted almonds 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
  • Sweets: 1/4 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips 2 tbsp honey
  • Garnishes: Edible flowers optional Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large round board to mimic a moon shape.
Step 2:
Fan out the cheddar slices and blue cheese around the brie filling in the crescent shape.
Step 3:
Place pear slices and grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.
Step 4:
Fill open spaces with dried apricots blueberries and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
Step 5:
Scatter almonds and pistachios throughout the board for texture and crunch.
Step 6:
Add chocolate stars or chips for a midnight sparkle and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
Step 7:
Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical night-sky effect.
Step 8:
Serve immediately encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
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This board creates wonderful memories as everyone gathers around to share and enjoy the flavors under the night sky.

Notes

Pair with a chilled glass of sparkling wine herbal tea or a light red for an elevated experience.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Sharp knife Small bowls for nuts or honey

Allergen Information

Contains milk cheese tree nuts almonds pistachios gluten crackers baguette Check labels for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate

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This crescent moon midnight snack board is sure to brighten any gathering with its unique theme and delicious variety.

Recipe FAQs

What cheeses work best for this snack board?

A combination of brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese offers a creamy, sharp, and tangy balance that complements the fruits and nuts.

Can I substitute the fruits used here?

Yes, fresh or dried fruits like figs, apples, or berries can be swapped in based on preference and seasonality.

How can I enhance the presentation of this board?

Use star-shaped cutters for fruits or cheeses, and add edible flowers or fresh mint leaves to create a magical, celestial effect.

What pairings go well with this midnight snack board?

Chilled sparkling wine, herbal teas, or light red wines complement the flavors and textures beautifully.

Are there any common allergens in this snack board?

Yes, it contains dairy from cheeses, tree nuts like almonds and pistachios, and gluten from crackers and baguette slices.

Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

A celestial mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweets for starry-night gatherings and cravings.

Prep time
20 min
0
Total Duration
20 min
Created by Plum Oven Sophie Warren


Level of challenge Easy

Cuisine type International

Servings made 5 Portions

Dietary details Meat-Free

Ingredient List

Cheeses

01 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into crescent shapes
02 4.2 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

Fruits

01 1 pear, thinly sliced
02 1 cup seedless grapes
03 0.5 cup dried apricots
04 0.5 cup blueberries

Crackers & Breads

01 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini
02 1 small baguette, sliced

Nuts & Seeds

01 0.33 cup roasted almonds
02 0.33 cup shelled pistachios

Sweets

01 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips
02 2 tbsp honey

Garnishes

01 Edible flowers (optional)
02 Fresh mint leaves

How-To Steps

Step 01

Form the Moon Shape: Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.

Step 02

Layer Additional Cheeses: Fan out the cheddar slices and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese around the brie, filling in the crescent formation.

Step 03

Add Fresh Fruits: Place pear slices and seedless grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.

Step 04

Fill Gaps with Dried Fruits and Crackers: Fill open spaces with dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.

Step 05

Scatter Nuts: Distribute roasted almonds and pistachios evenly across the board to add texture and crunch.

Step 06

Add Sweets and Drizzle Honey: Scatter dark chocolate stars or chips for visual interest, and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.

Step 07

Garnish: Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical nighttime aesthetic.

Step 08

Serve: Present immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.

Equipment Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Small bowls (for nuts or honey)

Allergy Advisories

Review each item for allergens and talk to your healthcare provider if unsure.
  • Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), gluten (crackers, baguette). Check labels for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate.

Nutrition info (per portion)

This nutritional overview is meant for general information. For medical concerns, ask a professional.
  • Caloric Value: 340
  • Fats: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Proteins: 11 g