Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

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This celestial-inspired snack board brings together crescent-shaped brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese nestled alongside fresh pears, grapes, and dried apricots. Complemented by roasted almonds, pistachios, and crescent crackers, the board is finished with chocolate stars and a honey drizzle for a touch of sweetness. Edible flowers and fresh mint add a magical garnish, making it ideal for nighttime snacking or special social occasions under the stars.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:52:00 GMT
Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board: A beautiful, detailed appetizer board with cheeses, fruits, and crackers awaiting enjoyment. Save It
Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board: A beautiful, detailed appetizer board with cheeses, fruits, and crackers awaiting enjoyment. | zetluna.com

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 brings magic and flavor together making every midnight gathering special.

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

Step 1:
Arrange the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one side of a large round board to mimic a moon shape.
Step 2:
Fan out the cheddar slices and blue cheese around the brie filling in the crescent shape.
Step 3:
Place pear slices and grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.
Step 4:
Fill open spaces with dried apricots blueberries and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini.
Step 5:
Scatter almonds and pistachios throughout the board for texture and crunch.
Step 6:
Add chocolate stars or chips for a midnight sparkle and drizzle honey over the blue cheese if desired.
Step 7:
Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a magical night-sky effect.
Step 8:
Serve immediately encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
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Delicious Crescent Moon Midnight Snack Board featuring brie, cheddar, and fruit, ready for a starry night. | zetluna.com

This board has brought my family many joyous late-night moments full of flavor and fun.

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.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 340 Total Fat: 18 g Carbohydrates: 34 g Protein: 11 g

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Enjoy this celestial snack board perfect for sharing and savoring under the stars.

Common Questions About Recipes

What cheeses work best on the snack board?

Brie cut into crescents, aged cheddar slices, and crumbled blue cheese create a balanced combination of creamy, sharp, and pungent flavors.

Can I substitute the fruits on the board?

Yes, feel free to swap in seasonal or preferred fruits while maintaining a mix of fresh and dried options for texture and sweetness.

How can I enhance the presentation?

Using star-shaped cutters for fruit or cheese adds a celestial flair; garnishing with edible flowers and fresh mint enhances visual appeal.

What nuts complement the snack board?

Roasted almonds and shelled pistachios provide crunch and flavor contrast, balancing the softness of cheeses and fruits.

Is the board suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, all ingredients including cheeses, fruits, nuts, and chocolates align with vegetarian dietary preferences.

Crescent Moon Midnight Snack

A delightful blend of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweet treats arranged to mimic a crescent moon.

Prep Time
20 mins
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Overall Time
20 mins
Authored by Clara

Recipe Type Starlit Suppers

Skill Level Required Easy

Cuisine Type International

Recipe Output 5 Number of Portions

Dietary Needs Veggie-Friendly

The Ingredients 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 0.5 cup dried apricots
04 0.5 cup blueberries

Crackers & Breads

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

Nuts & Seeds

01 0.33 cup roasted almonds
02 0.33 cup shelled pistachios

Sweets

01 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars or chocolate chips
02 2 tbsp honey

Garnishes

01 Edible flowers (optional)
02 Fresh mint leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 01

Create moon-shaped brie arrangement: Place the crescent-shaped brie pieces along one edge of a large round serving board to form a moon shape.

Step 02

Add cheddar and blue cheese: Arrange the cheddar slices and crumbled blue cheese around the brie to complete the crescent shape.

Step 03

Place fresh fruits: Arrange thin pear slices and seedless grapes in small clusters beside the cheeses.

Step 04

Fill remaining spaces: Add dried apricots, blueberries, and crescent-shaped crackers or crostini to fill all open areas on the board.

Step 05

Scatter nuts for crunch: Distribute roasted almonds and shelled pistachios evenly across the board for texture.

Step 06

Add chocolate and honey accents: Sprinkle dark chocolate stars or chips over the board and drizzle honey atop the blue cheese if desired.

Step 07

Garnish and serve: Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves to evoke a starry night effect, then serve immediately.

Tools You'll Need

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

Allergy Information

Review each ingredient to identify allergens and consult an expert if needed.
  • Contains milk (cheeses), tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), and gluten (crackers, baguette). Verify crackers and chocolate for hidden allergens.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Keep in mind these details are for general guidance and shouldn't replace professional advice.
  • Caloric Content: 340
  • Fats: 18 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 34 grams
  • Proteins: 11 grams