Description
Wow your guests with this festive pumpkin charcuterie board featuring a variety of easy appetizers, perfect for Halloween parties.
Ingredients
- Crackers (round + square)
- Cheddar cheese cubes
- Black grapes or blackberries (for spooky eyes & smiles)
- Baby carrots
- Cheese sticks, sliced
- Popcorn (cheddar or caramel)
- Melon or cantaloupe cubes
- Pretzels or mini cheese bites
- Optional: candy eyes, Halloween cookies, themed dips
Instructions
- Set the base → Use a round tray to form the pumpkin shape.
- Add the stem → Green veggies (cucumber, celery) or a small gourd work perfectly.
- Make the face → Black grapes/blackberries for eyes and a smile.
- Fill in the pumpkin → Use orange foods like cheddar, carrots, melon, and popcorn in rows.
- Edge it out → Place crackers and pretzels around the border for a finished look.
Notes
Serve with spooky dips (pumpkin hummus, guacamole “slime”). Use gluten-free or vegan swaps if needed. Assemble just before serving to keep everything fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American