Festive board highlights mini baskets with cheeses, meats, fruits, and sweet treats—perfect for spring gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4 oz mini fresh mozzarella balls
02 - 4 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 4 oz herbed goat cheese, sliced or rolled into balls
→ Cured Meats
04 - 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3 oz salami, thinly sliced
06 - 2 oz smoked ham, rolled
→ Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
07 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
08 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
09 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
10 - 1 cup seedless grapes
11 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
→ Sweet Treats
13 - 1/2 cup pastel chocolate eggs or candy-coated chocolates
14 - 1/2 cup bunny-shaped cookies or mini shortbread
15 - 1/2 cup marshmallow chicks or bunnies
→ Accompaniments
16 - 1 cup assorted crackers (butter, whole-grain, seeded)
17 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds or pistachios)
18 - 1/4 cup honey or fruit jam
19 - Fresh mint and basil leaves for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - Arrange small bowls or ramekins on a large serving board or platter to serve as mini baskets.
02 - Fill each basket with assorted cheeses, sliced cured meats, and fresh fruits, arranging for visual appeal and vibrant color.
03 - Nestle pastel chocolate eggs, cookies, and marshmallow shapes within selected baskets for a festive touch.
04 - Cluster crackers, roasted nuts, and sliced vegetables around the baskets, ensuring easy access.
05 - Place a bowl of honey or fruit jam on the board as a dip for cheeses and fruits.
06 - Garnish generously with fresh mint and basil leaves for a seasonal finish.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to assemble their own mini Easter baskets from the board.
