Halloween is the BEST time to get creative and have fun with your food! Gather all things orange and bring this pumpkin charcuterie board to your next fall get-together. Fill your board to look like a Jack-o-lantern; it will be the talk of the party!
Holidays are just meant for charcuterie boards. It makes parties so memorable and everyone loves them! My kids love this Halloween board and this Christmas charcuterie board is always a hit. But you can also serve this simple charcuterie board and everyone will still be impressed.
Pumpkin Charcuterie Board
Once fall hits, you see pumpkins everywhere in decor and food, so why not combine the two? This festive pumpkin charcuterie board is a fun way to serve snacks in the shape of a jack-o-lantern. All you need to do is gather orange-colored fruit, cheese, chips, and candy and you’re all set. Well, and a few black items for the face and a cucumber for the stem. Not only is this fun to put together, but it’s just as fun to enjoy!
Gather around your ghouls and goblins because they are going to LOVE this pumpkin charcuterie board! This has something for everyone and it will be the highlight of the night! If you want a few more Halloween food ideas, try out these Mummy Hot Dogs, Crazy Good Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, and Mummy Mini Pizzas! They are all so delicious, your guests will love them!
Choosing Crackers, Nuts, and Popcorn
For this part, cheddar-flavored crackers and nuts are your best bet! You could also use barbeque flavored crackers and nuts. I like to choose crackers and nuts of various shapes and sizes and the goldfish are fun for the kids! You could even do some gluten-free options in case you have guests that have food restrictions. The crackers and nuts that I used for this board were
- Goldfish Crackers
- Cheddar Crackers
- Cheddar Popcorn
- Cheddar Corn Nuts
Candy For Your Board
This is the fun part! There are lots of orange-colored candies you could use for your pumpkin board. Butterscotch and caramel candies also work because of their orange hues. Get creative with the chocolate and candy you choose. Candy corn would also be so fun! Here is what I chose to use:
- Dark Chocolate
- Orange Covered Almonds
What Fruit and Veggies Should I Use?
Because this is a pumpkin charcuterie board, you’re limited to orange and black fruit. So keep color in mind when you are picking your fruit. I used both fresh and dried fruit here, but use whatever you have access to. Here are the fruits that I used for the board!
- Cantaloupe
- Oranges or Clementines
- Blueberries
- Blackberries
- Dried Apricots
- Black Olives
- Mini Cucumber
Charcuterie Board Tip
The best tip I have when planning to make a charcuterie board is to PLAN AHEAD! Make a list of everything you need before you go to the store. This way you don’t forget anything. Make a list and check it twice! Then when you’re ready to assemble the board it comes together quickly. You can have a fun and stress-free time making your pumpkin charcuterie board because everything is ready to go!
What Cheese Should I Use?
I like to pick out cheeses that have different textures and different orange hues! I also like to cut the cheese into different shapes to make things interesting. Lucky for you, many cheeses are orange in color so you will have a good variety! For this recipe, I used the following cheeses:
- Cheddar Cheese
- Smoked Gouda
Let’s Make a Pumpkin Charcuterie Board!
Now that you gathered the goodies for your pumpkin charcuterie board, it’s time to put it all together!! Charcuterie boards are the absolute best way to make something completely unique for any season! Change it up and add exactly what you like and it will be a huge hit with your family and friends!!
- Place the Triangular Cookie Cutters For the Eyes and Nose: Use a round wood board or large platter then place the triangle-shaped cookie cutters for the eyes and nose.
- Fill the Cookie Cutters: Fill one eye with dark chocolate candy, the other eye with olives, and the nose with blackberries. Make sure these items are black food items to resemble a jack-o-lantern.
- Shape the Mouth: Add in the blueberries in the shape of a mouth.
- Fill in the Board: Fill the board in with crackers, popcorn, corn nuts, fruit, and candy. Add them to the board to fill around the face. I do this vertically and organized, but you can do it how you like!
- Add the Stem: It helps if your board has a handle, but if not, just make room for the stem. I used mini cucumber slices but any green vegetable works!
Storing Leftovers
If you need to, you can keep the shelf items in sealable plastic bags and the cut fruit and cheese in the fridge for a day or two. The candy will keep for a couple of weeks, but I doubt it will stick around very long. This pumpkin charcuterie board will disappear quickly when everyone sees how cute AND delicious it is!
More Halloween Recipes to Try!
Halloween is the best season for fun and creepy meals and snacks! Here are a few more of my favorites that you can try with your kids and guests. Make them to bring to a party or add them to your own Halloween traditions! They are so fun AND delicious! They are the best tried and true Halloween recipes that everyone will love!
Pumpkin Charcuterie Board
Equipment
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3 triangle shaped cookie cutters
Ingredients
Crackers, Popcorn, and Corn Nuts
- cheddar crackers
- cheddar popcorn
- gold fish crackers
- cheddar corn nuts
Candy
- dark chocolate, or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- orange covered almonds
Cheeses
- cheddar cheese, sliced
- smoked gouda, cubed
Fruit and Dried Fruit
- blackberries
- blueberries
- cantalope, cubed
- orange slices
- dried apricots
Vegetables
- black olives
- 1 mini cucumber, sliced
Instructions
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Use a large round wood board with a handle to resemble the shape of a pumpkin.
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Place the 3 triangle-shaped cookie cutters on the board for the eyes and nose. Fill one eye with dark chocolate candy, the other eye with olives, and the nose with blackberries.
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Arrange the blueberries on the board in the shape of a big smile.
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Place the rest of the ingredients on the board vertically. One ingredient per section until the board is filled.
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Slice the small cucumber and place it on the handle of the wood board to resemble a stem.
