Festive Holiday Crisp Crackers

Featured in: Rustic Breads & Bakes

This festive assortment features a variety of crisp and flavorful crackers, grouped by type on a divided platter. Each section highlights classic, savory, and specialty crackers, enhanced optionally with dried cranberries, roasted nuts, and fresh herb garnishes. It’s a simple, no-bake preparation that comes together quickly, creating an inviting snack ideal for holiday celebrations or cheese boards. Pair the assortment with soft cheeses or dips, and enjoy the variety of textures and tastes it offers.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:55:00 GMT
Holiday Crackers arranged on a platter, ready to be enjoyed with cheese and dips this season. Save
Holiday Crackers arranged on a platter, ready to be enjoyed with cheese and dips this season. | cloverhearth.com

A festive assortment of crisp, flavorful crackers served in a divided platter & perfect for holiday gatherings and cheese boards.

This variety platter has been a staple at our family celebrations and never fails to impress guests with its colorful presentation & delicious flavors

Ingredients

  • Classic Crackers: 100 g water crackers, 100 g multigrain crackers, 100 g whole wheat crackers
  • Savory Crackers: 80 g rosemary sea salt crackers, 80 g black pepper crackers, 80 g sesame crackers
  • Specialty Crackers: 70 g cheese-flavored crackers, 70 g olive oil crackers, 70 g gluten-free crackers
  • Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp dried cranberries, 2 tbsp roasted nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios), fresh herbs for decoration

Instructions

Arrange Platter:
Arrange the divided serving platter with separate sections for each cracker type.
Place Crackers:
Place each cracker variety neatly in its section, grouping similar flavors together.
Fill Gaps:
Fill any small gaps with dried cranberries and roasted nuts for added color and texture.
Garnish:
Garnish with a few fresh herb sprigs, if desired.
Serve:
Serve immediately alongside cheeses, dips, or spreads of your choice.
A colorful Holiday Crackers appetizer, featuring a variety of textures and flavors, perfect for sharing. Save
A colorful Holiday Crackers appetizer, featuring a variety of textures and flavors, perfect for sharing. | cloverhearth.com

This platter always brings everyone together, creating warm moments around the table during the holidays

Notes

Pair with soft cheeses, charcuterie, or spiced jams for a complete platter

Required Tools

Divided serving platter or tray, small bowls for garnishes, tongs or small serving utensils

Allergen Information

Contains gluten unless all crackers are gluten-free. May contain dairy in cheese-flavored crackers. Contains nuts if used as garnish

Crisp Holiday Crackers: a festive presentation, showcasing assorted crackers with optional cranberry garnish. Save
Crisp Holiday Crackers: a festive presentation, showcasing assorted crackers with optional cranberry garnish. | cloverhearth.com

This simple yet elegant cracker assortment is the perfect starting point for any festive spread

Recipe Questions & Answers

How should the crackers be arranged?

Arrange crackers by type in separate sections of a divided platter to showcase their unique flavors and textures.

Can I customize the cracker selection?

Yes, mix and match varieties to suit different preferences or dietary needs, including gluten-free options.

What garnishes enhance this assortment?

Dried cranberries, roasted nuts, and fresh herbs add color, texture, and flavor contrasts to the platter.

What pairings complement this collection?

Soft cheeses, charcuterie, spiced jams, and a crisp white or light-bodied red wine work well alongside.

Is this suitable for vegetarian diets?

Yes, all included crackers and garnishes are vegetarian friendly.

Festive Holiday Crisp Crackers

A colorful collection of crisp, savory crackers with nuts and herbs, perfect for gatherings and boards.

Prep duration
15 minutes
Cook duration
1 minutes
Overall time
16 minutes
Recipe by Clover Hearth Emily Dawson

Recipe type Rustic Breads & Bakes

Skill level Easy

Culinary roots International

Servings made 8 Portion size

Diet preferences Meatless

What you'll need

Classic Crackers

01 3.5 oz water crackers
02 3.5 oz multigrain crackers
03 3.5 oz whole wheat crackers

Savory Crackers

01 2.8 oz rosemary sea salt crackers
02 2.8 oz black pepper crackers
03 2.8 oz sesame crackers

Specialty Crackers

01 2.5 oz cheese-flavored crackers
02 2.5 oz olive oil crackers
03 2.5 oz gluten-free crackers

Garnish (optional)

01 2 tbsp dried cranberries
02 2 tbsp roasted nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios)
03 Fresh herbs, for decoration

How to make it

Step 01

Prepare Serving Platter: Arrange a divided serving platter with separate sections designated for each type of cracker.

Step 02

Arrange Crackers: Place each cracker variety neatly within its assigned section, clustering similar flavors together.

Step 03

Add Garnishes: Distribute dried cranberries and roasted nuts in any gaps to add visual appeal and texture.

Step 04

Apply Fresh Herbs: Garnish the platter with a few sprigs of fresh herbs if desired to enhance presentation.

Step 05

Serve: Present immediately alongside cheeses, dips, or spreads of choice.

Equipment needed

  • Divided serving platter or tray
  • Small bowls for optional garnishes
  • Tongs or small serving utensils

Allergy details

Be sure to review every ingredient for potential allergies, and talk to a medical expert if you’re unsure.
  • Contains gluten unless gluten-free crackers are exclusively used.
  • May contain dairy from cheese-flavored crackers.
  • Contains nuts if garnished with roasted nuts.
  • Check labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination.

Nutrition information (each portion)

Only use this data as a helpful reference—it’s not intended to replace professional health guidance.
  • Calorie count: 180
  • Fat content: 6 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 28 grams
  • Proteins: 4 grams