Gentle Giant Elephant Board (Printable Version)

A colorful snack board featuring elephant crackers, cheeses, fresh fruits, and savory dips for casual sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crackers

01 - 24 elephant-shaped crackers (store-bought or homemade)

→ Cheeses

02 - 3.5 oz mild cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into small triangles
04 - 3.5 oz creamy brie, sliced

→ Fruits

05 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
07 - 1 apple, thinly sliced
08 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
09 - 1/2 cup dried apricots

→ Vegetables

10 - 1/2 cup baby carrots
11 - 1/2 cup cucumber slices

→ Dips & Spreads

12 - 1/3 cup hummus
13 - 1/3 cup fig jam

→ Garnish

14 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Evenly place the elephant-shaped crackers across a large serving board to create a playful arrangement.
02 - Set the cheddar cubes, gouda triangles, and brie slices in clusters around the crackers for visual appeal.
03 - Distribute halved grapes, apple and pear slices, along with dried apricots evenly to balance color and texture.
04 - Spoon the hummus and fig jam into small bowls and place them on the board.
05 - Fill remaining gaps on the board with baby carrots and cucumber slices.
06 - Optionally, add fresh mint leaves as a final decorative touch.
07 - Present the assembled board immediately and enjoy with guests.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Playful and visually appealing snack board
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Substitute any cheese according to preference
  • For a nut-free board, avoid adding nuts as garnish
03 -
  • Use gluten-free crackers to accommodate dietary needs
  • Arrange items with contrasting colors for visual appeal
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