Crescent Moon Midnight Snack (Printable version)

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

# 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

04 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup seedless grapes
06 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
07 - 0.5 cup blueberries

→ Crackers & Breads

08 - 1 cup crescent-shaped crackers or crostini
09 - 1 small baguette, sliced

→ Nuts & Seeds

10 - 0.33 cup roasted almonds
11 - 0.33 cup shelled pistachios

→ Sweets

12 - 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips
13 - 2 tbsp honey

→ Garnishes

14 - Edible flowers (optional)
15 - Fresh mint leaves

# How-To Steps:

01 - Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.
02 - Fan out the cheddar slices and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese around the brie, filling in the crescent formation.
03 - Place pear slices and seedless grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.
04 - Fill open spaces with dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
05 - Distribute roasted almonds and pistachios evenly across the board to add texture and crunch.
06 - Scatter dark chocolate stars or chips for visual interest, and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
07 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical nighttime aesthetic.
08 - Present immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for late-night cravings or special gatherings
  • Features a delightful mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and treats
02 -
  • Use star-shaped cutters for fruit or cheese for extra celestial flair
  • Substitute cheeses or fruits based on preference
03 -
  • Arrange ingredients in clusters to create a visually appealing crescent shape
  • Use fresh garnishes to enhance both flavor and presentation
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