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Easy Graduation Party Snack Board for 20 Guests Under 30 Dollars

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A budget-friendly and easy-to-assemble snack board perfect for graduation parties or casual gatherings, serving 20 guests with a variety of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • Assorted crackers (about 4 cups) – whole grain or multigrain preferred
  • Pretzel sticks or mini pretzels (2 cups)
  • Popcorn, lightly salted (3 cups)
  • Sharp cheddar cheese, cubed (8 oz / 225 g)
  • Colby jack cheese, sliced (8 oz / 225 g)
  • Thinly sliced pepperoni or salami (8 oz / 225 g)
  • Seedless grapes (1 cup)
  • Dried apricots or cranberries (1 cup)
  • Baby carrots (1 cup)
  • Cherry tomatoes (1 cup)
  • Roasted nuts, like almonds or cashews (1/2 cup)
  • Hummus (1 cup)
  • Ranch dressing or Greek yogurt dip (1 cup)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients (15 minutes): Wash grapes, cherry tomatoes, and baby carrots thoroughly. Pat dry to avoid sogginess. Slice cheeses into cubes and strips, and arrange sliced pepperoni or salami on a plate.
  2. Set up dips (5 minutes): Spoon hummus and ranch dressing into small bowls or ramekins. Place spreaders or small spoons inside for easy serving. Optionally sprinkle paprika or chopped herbs on top of hummus for color.
  3. Arrange the base (10 minutes): Place crackers and pretzels around the edges of your board to create a sturdy frame. Add popcorn in small piles to fill gaps without crushing crackers.
  4. Add cheeses and meats (10 minutes): Distribute cheese cubes and slices evenly across the board. Fold or roll pepperoni slices and tuck them in clusters between cheeses and crackers.
  5. Place fruits and veggies (10 minutes): Scatter grapes in small bunches and tuck dried fruits next to cheeses or dips. Add cherry tomatoes and baby carrots in colorful groups.
  6. Fill in gaps (5 minutes): Use roasted nuts and leftover crackers or popcorn to fill empty spaces, making the board look full and inviting.
  7. Final touches (2 minutes): Adjust any piles for balance and shuffle ingredients to create a professionally styled but approachable look.

Notes

Keep cheeses and meats wrapped tightly in the fridge until serving time. Assemble fresh fruits and veggies last to keep them crisp. Use ice packs to keep dips chilled during outdoor parties. Swap ingredients for dietary needs or seasonal availability. Reheat popcorn or crackers briefly in the oven to revive crunch if needed.

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