Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

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This enchanting crescent moon board blends creamy brie, aged cheddar, and crumbled blue cheese with fresh pears, grapes, and dried apricots. Crescent-shaped crackers and roasted nuts add crunch, while dark chocolate stars and honey provide a sweet touch. Garnished with edible flowers and mint, it’s ideal for intimate late-night gatherings under the stars. Easy to assemble in 20 minutes, this board offers a delightful array of textures and flavors to enjoy.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:21:00 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 become my go-to for evening get-togethers because it feels magical and brings a sense of wonder to the table.

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

Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces:
Along one side of a large, round board to mimic a moon shape.
Fan out the cheddar slices and blue cheese:
Around the brie, filling in the crescent shape.
Place pear slices and grapes:
In small clusters beside the cheeses.
Fill open spaces:
With dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
Scatter almonds and pistachios:
Throughout the board for texture and crunch.
Add chocolate stars or chips:
For a midnight sparkle, and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
Garnish:
With edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical, night-sky effect.
Serve immediately:
Encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
A visually stunning Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, offering a variety of cheeses, crackers, and sweet treats. Save
A visually stunning Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, offering a variety of cheeses, crackers, and sweet treats. | tastychuck.com

This board always brings friends and family together for a cozy night filled with smiles and sweet conversations.

Notes

Pair with a chilled glass of sparkling wine, herbal tea, or a light red.

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.

Enjoy this delightful Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, perfect for late-night nibbling under the stars, full of flavor. Save
Enjoy this delightful Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board, perfect for late-night nibbling under the stars, full of flavor. | tastychuck.com

This crescent moon midnight snack board is an effortless way to impress guests and enjoy a memorable night.

Recipe Guide

What types of cheeses are best for this snack board?

A combination of brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese offers creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors that complement the board’s theme.

How should the cheeses be arranged?

Arrange crescent-shaped brie along one side to mimic the moon, then fan out cheddar and blue cheese to fill the crescent shape.

Can I substitute fruits on this board?

Absolutely. Pears, grapes, dried apricots, and blueberries can be swapped with preferred seasonal fruits for variety.

What nuts work well for added texture?

Roasted almonds and shelled pistachios provide a satisfying crunch that balances the softer cheeses and fruits.

How can I enhance the board’s presentation?

Use edible flowers and fresh mint leaves as garnishes to add color and a whimsical, celestial effect.

Is this suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, all ingredients align with a vegetarian diet, but check labels for specific allergens and additives.

Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

A celestial mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and treats for delightful late-night indulgence.

Prep duration
20 min
0
Full duration
20 min
Created by Chuck Harrison


Skill level Easy

Heritage International

Output 5 Portions

Nutrition Labels Meat-free

What you'll need

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 1/2 cup dried apricots
04 1/2 cup blueberries

Crackers & Breads

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

Nuts & Seeds

01 1/3 cup roasted almonds
02 1/3 cup shelled pistachios

Sweets

01 1/4 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips
02 2 tbsp honey

Garnishes

01 Edible flowers (optional)
02 Fresh mint leaves

Method

Phase 01

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

Phase 02

Add Cheeses: Fan out the cheddar slices and sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese around the brie, filling the crescent shape.

Phase 03

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

Phase 04

Fill with Additional Items: Fill open spaces with dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.

Phase 05

Scatter Nuts: Distribute roasted almonds and shelled pistachios throughout the board for texture and crunch.

Phase 06

Add Sweet Accents: Scatter dark chocolate stars or chips for a midnight sparkle, then drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.

Phase 07

Garnish: Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves to evoke a magical, night-sky effect.

Phase 08

Serve: Present immediately, encouraging guests to explore and combine flavors freely.

Kitchen tools

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

Allergy alerts

Always review ingredients for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if unsure
  • Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), and gluten (crackers, baguette).
  • Check packaging for hidden allergens in crackers and chocolate.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice
  • Energy: 340
  • Fats: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Proteins: 11 g