Save to Pinterest A playful girl dinner platter offers a charcuterie-style board filled with snacks, cheeses, fruits, and dips that makes for a light meal or a fun spread with friends.
I first made a girl dinner platter during a movie night at home, and it turned out to be the highlight of the evening. Everyone naturally gravitated to this colorful board and enjoyed mixing and matching bites according to their own taste.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 60 g brie cheese, sliced, 60 g sharp cheddar, cubed, 60 g goat cheese, crumbled
- Meats (optional): 50 g prosciutto, 50 g salami
- Vegetables: 1/2 cucumber, sliced, 1 small carrot, sliced into sticks, 6 cherry tomatoes, halved, 1/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts
- Fruits: 1/2 apple, sliced, 1/2 cup grapes
- Dips & Spreads: 1/4 cup hummus, 1/4 cup tzatziki, 2 tbsp fig jam
- Snacks & Crunch: 1/2 cup mixed nuts, 1/2 cup crackers (choose gluten-free if needed), 1/2 cup pita chips
- Garnish: Fresh basil or mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses & Meats:
- Arrange cheeses and meats (if using) on a large platter or board, spacing them out for visual appeal.
- Add Vegetables & Fruits:
- Add the vegetable slices and fruit in small clusters around the cheeses.
- Place Dips & Spreads:
- Place dips and spreads in small bowls and nestle them among the other ingredients.
- Add Snacks:
- Fill in gaps with nuts, crackers, and pita chips.
- Garnish & Serve:
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest Creating this platter became a special tradition for me and my sister: we love gathering around and chatting as we build it together, turning simple snacks into memorable moments.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls for dips, cheese knife, paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, tree nuts, and gluten (if using regular crackers and pita chips). Meats may contain nitrates. Double-check all packaged foods for allergens and swap as needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories: 450, Total Fat: 28 g, Carbohydrates: 36 g, Protein: 18 g
Save to Pinterest Enjoy crafting a girl dinner platter with your favorite snacks and flavors—it comes together in minutes and is always a crowd pleaser.
Recipe FAQs
- → Which cheeses work best for this platter?
Brie, cheddar, and goat cheese offer great variety in flavor and texture. Choose your favorites or experiment!
- → Can I make this vegetarian or vegan?
Absolutely! Use plant-based cheeses and dips, and skip the meats for a vegetarian or vegan-friendly option.
- → How do I keep everything fresh for serving?
Prepare ingredients right before serving, and cover the board with plastic wrap if prepping in advance.
- → What drink pairs well with a snack platter?
Light white wine or sparkling water with citrus are both refreshing options alongside the board.
- → Are there gluten-free options available?
Use gluten-free crackers and pita chips to make the spread suitable for gluten-free diets.
- → How do I customize the platter for allergies?
Check all ingredients, swap out nuts and dairy as needed, and select allergy-friendly crackers or dips.