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Christmas Stocking Snack Tray with Cheese, Salami, and Fresh Fruit Recipe

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4.7 from 144 reviews
  • Author: Ben
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8-10 1x

Description

This festive Christmas Stocking Snack Tray is a delightful and visually appealing appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Featuring a colorful arrangement of cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, crackers, and dips, this no-cook recipe creates a charming stocking shape that will impress guests and make serving easy and fun.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheeses

  • 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 3.5 oz Swiss cheese, cubed

Meats

  • 3.5 oz sliced salami
  • 3.5 oz sliced prosciutto

Produce & Fruits

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup red grapes
  • 0.5 cup pitted green olives
  • 0.5 cup cucumber slices
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Pomegranate seeds

Breads & Crackers

  • 20 assorted crackers
  • 1 small baguette, sliced

Dips & Condiments

  • 0.5 cup hummus
  • 0.25 cup whole-grain mustard

Instructions

  1. Outline Stocking Shape: Arrange slices of salami or baguette on a large rectangular or stocking-shaped serving board to form the perimeter of a Christmas stocking, creating a recognizable festive shape.
  2. Fill with Cheese: Place cubed sharp cheddar and Swiss cheeses in the toe and heel areas within the outlined stocking shape to add variety and color contrast.
  3. Add Red Fruits: Distribute cherry tomatoes and red grapes evenly along the main body of the stocking to impart a vibrant red color and freshness.
  4. Position Crackers and Cucumber: Arrange crackers and cucumber slices around the edges or cuff portion of the stocking to add texture and color differentiation.
  5. Place Olives and Hummus: Set small bowls filled with green olives and hummus at the top or opening of the stocking to provide convenient dipping options for guests.
  6. Fill Gaps with Prosciutto and Crackers: Add prosciutto slices and additional crackers strategically to maintain the stocking shape and fill any spaces, ensuring a full and balanced tray.
  7. Garnish Festively: Tuck fresh rosemary sprigs into the arrangement and sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the tray, giving a seasonal and decorative finishing touch.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Present the snack tray immediately to guests and encourage them to serve themselves from this festive, flavorful, and visually stunning Christmas appetizer.

Notes

  • This snack tray requires no cooking, making it a quick and easy holiday appetizer.
  • Use a large serving board or platter to best display the stocking shape.
  • Feel free to substitute or add other cured meats or cheeses based on preference.
  • Fresh rosemary and pomegranate seeds add both a festive look and subtle flavor.
  • Serve with additional dips or spreads if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Christmas snack tray, holiday appetizer, cheese and meat platter, festive appetizer, no-cook snack, holiday entertaining

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