Snowman Cheese Board: A Festive Holiday Arrangement

Put a spin on your holiday charcuterie board recipe this year, and make this adorable snowman cheese board instead! The snowman shape is the perfect addition to any festive gathering – and super fun to eat. 

Easy, simple, and without needing an oven or stove, this holiday appetizer is a delicious Christmas centerpiece for your holiday table.

Even though this is the perfect holiday snack, it also makes an amazing whimsical cheese board for parties, movie nights, or a fun snack to make with the kids. 

The best part is that it’ll be super easy to combine with my step-by-step pictures and instructions.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fun recipes like this are what the holiday season is all about. Creating, making memories, and finding fun new flavors encompass the traditions that make up the Christmas season.

This snowman cheese recipe is more than “just” a snack board. It’s a gathering point for family and friends to bond over flavors and laughter.

Here is why you’ll love this simple snowman snack board: 

Tips and Tricks

Creating this holiday edible art isn’t difficult – but there are a few tips to remember. Here are some ideas to consider when compiling all the ingredients into the shape of a snowman. 

• Rinse & Dry: Be sure to wash off the fruits to clean them well, and ensure they are dry before adding them to the board. Excess water will cause the cheese to become soggy, making it quite a messy look. 
• Cutting Board: Use a board made of nice wood, such as Acacia wood, for the presentation. The darker coloring of the board will help the lighter coloring of the cheeses stand out. 
• Prep in Advance: Some steps can be done in advance to save you time on the day of your party or event. Cleaning all the fruit to ensure it’s ready to go is a step that can be done anytime. You can then store the clean fruit in an airtight container in the fridge until you are ready to assemble. 

Ingredients Needed for Snowman Cheese Board

Gather the following ingredients to give your holiday appetizer life:

• hard or semi-hard round cheese, cut into 3 circles
• 1 cup mozzarella balls
• 2-3 cheddar sandwich slices
• 1 cup popcorn
• 1 pack chocolate-covered sticks
• 1 pomegranate, seeded
• 1 cup any crackers
• 1 cup blueberries, washed
• 1 cup marshmallows
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp caramel
• 1/2 cup corn sticks
• 2 tbsp festive sprinkles, 3 kinds (2 tbsp each)

Step-by-Step Instructions with Pictures

1. Using round bowls and glasses, cut out three circles of cheese of varying diameters. Arrange the three circles of cheese in the middle of a large cutting board to form a snowman as shown in the picture below.

2. Put the sprinkles, honey, and caramel into four small bowls and place them in four areas surrounding the circles of cheese.

3. Use a star cookie cutter to cut star shapes from the cheddar cheese slices.

4. Place the blueberries and pomegranate seeds around the head of the snowman, add the cheese stars to resemble a starry sky.

5. Use 2 blueberries for the eyes, pomegranate seeds for the mouth and cheese for the nose.

5. Place a piece of cracker on top of the snowman for the snowman’s hat, and add two chocolate-covered pretzel sticks for the arms.

6. Fill in the space on the board with the rest of the ingredients. Any ingredients left can be added to any open areas of the board.

7. To achieve a bucket look, add halved chocolate-covered sticks on top of the hat cracker.

8. Serve and wow everyone with this creative holiday appetizer!

Serving Suggestions

This snowman snack board is an excellent addition to any holiday party or gathering:

• Holiday Parties: Use this snack board to impress and feed guests easily. 
• Work or Classroom Parties: This festive snack is appropriate for all ages. 
• Christmas Eve: End the night before Christmas with a simple snack with minimal cleanup. 

Variations

Versatility is a huge bonus of this recipe. Feel free to add, change, remove, alter, and make this cheese board uniquely your own. 

• Cheeses: Add various types of cheeses to this board. Other options could include spreadable goat cheese as well as white cheddar. 
• Meats: Turn this into a snowman charcuterie board by adding cured meats.
• Substitutes: Use green olives and make a mini Christmas tree, or add macadamia nuts to look like snowballs. You can dice a baby carrot for the nose or use bell peppers for the smile. Salami sticks or red beet crackers would make great arms, and a hat topper on the snowman’s head would add protein. 
• Additional Ingredients: There will be plenty of room on the board for holiday staples like Ritz snowflake crackers, a small dish of homemade jam, or cranberry sauce. Fill the spaces with tasty bites. 

How to Store

​For any leftovers, follow these simple tips for the best results:

• Refrigeration: Be sure to keep the cheese stored in the fridge in an airtight container. 
• Covering: Cover the cheese board with plastic wrap or aluminum foil for safe keeping and to preserve the freshness of the remaining ingredients. 
• Room Temperature Items: Fresh fruit can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge.

One Last Thing

​As you’re planning and preparing for the holiday season, it’s fun to think outside the box. This cheese board recipe is an excellent dish to enjoy at home, but it also makes a wonderful hostess gift, too. 

Make and prep this for your loved ones, and give them the gift of taking the night off to put up their feet and eat. Gifts that are festive, delicious, and fun are the best for sharing. 

Your Turn

If you make this adorable snowman cheese board recipe, please take a moment to let me know how you liked it by leaving a rating and a comment below on the recipe card.

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