Grad Party Snack Board (Printable)

Colorful assortment of sweet and savory bites, perfect for festive gatherings and celebrations.

# What you'll need:

→ Savory Bites

01 - 7 oz cheddar cheese cubes
02 - 7 oz salami slices
03 - 7 oz turkey or ham roll-ups
04 - 1 cup mixed olives
05 - 1 cup roasted nuts (almonds, cashews, or mixed)
06 - 1 cup baby carrots
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
08 - 1 cup cucumber slices
09 - 1 cup mini pretzels
10 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers

→ Sweet Bites

11 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
12 - 1 cup assorted berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
13 - 1 cup grapes
14 - 1 cup mini cookies or macarons
15 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
16 - 1/2 cup gummy candies
17 - 1/2 cup yogurt-covered raisins

→ Dips and Spreads

18 - 1 cup hummus
19 - 1 cup ranch dip or tzatziki
20 - 1/2 cup honey or fruit preserves

# How to make it:

01 - Arrange all savory items including cheese cubes, meats, olives, nuts, vegetables, pretzels, and crackers in separate groupings on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Transfer hummus, ranch dip, and honey or fruit preserves into small bowls and position them evenly around the board.
03 - Add sweet items including chocolate-covered pretzels, berries, grapes, mini cookies, dried fruit, and candies in clusters between the savory items to create color contrast and visual variety.
04 - Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately to guests.
05 - Replenish individual items as needed throughout the party duration to ensure a visually appealing presentation.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • No cooking required—perfect for stress-free party prep
  • Accommodates various dietary preferences with vegetarian options
  • Visually stunning presentation that serves as party décor
  • Completely customizable to your graduate's favorite flavors
  • Feeds a crowd of 10-12 guests with minimal effort
  • Encourages mingling as guests create their own flavor combinations
02 -
  • Shop for ingredients 1-2 days ahead but assemble the board no more than 2 hours before the party
  • Use odd numbers when clustering items—groups of 3 or 5 create more visual interest than even numbers
  • Layer items at different heights using small bowls or ramekins to add dimension
  • Leave some breathing room between clusters rather than overcrowding every inch
  • Include a variety of textures: crunchy, creamy, chewy, and crisp
  • Balance strong flavors like olives and salami with milder options like cucumber and mild cheese
  • Double-check all packaged items for allergen information before serving to guests with dietary restrictions
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