Blast Off Spaceship Snack Board (Printable)

A vibrant board featuring fresh veggies, cheeses, crackers, and dips arranged in a fun space theme.

# What you'll need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 cup baby carrots
02 - 1 cup cucumber slices
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
04 - 1 cup red and yellow bell pepper strips
05 - 1 cup seedless grapes, red or green

→ Dairy & Dips

06 - 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes
07 - 1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
08 - 1 cup hummus
09 - 1 cup Greek yogurt ranch dip

→ Crackers & Extras

10 - 1 cup whole grain crackers
11 - 1 cup pretzel sticks
12 - ½ cup popcorn

→ Decorative/Theme Elements

13 - 6 string cheese sticks (rocket boosters)
14 - 12 blueberries (planets)
15 - Edible gold star sprinkles (optional)

# Preparation steps:

01 - Arrange the whole grain crackers and pretzel sticks on a large platter to create the shape of a rocketship.
02 - Place cheddar cheese cubes and mozzarella balls to represent the body and windows of the spaceship.
03 - Position baby carrots and bell pepper strips at the base to simulate rocket flames.
04 - Distribute seedless grapes, cherry tomatoes, and blueberries around the platter to mimic planets and asteroids.
05 - Place string cheese sticks along the sides of the rocket shape to represent boosters.
06 - Fill small bowls with hummus and Greek yogurt ranch dip, positioning them next to the vegetable components for dipping.
07 - Distribute popcorn clusters across the board to resemble stars or meteor showers.
08 - Optionally sprinkle edible gold stars over the entire board for a cosmic effect.
09 - Present immediately and invite guests to assemble their own space-themed snacks.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • A playful presentation that inspires creativity and excitement around healthy eating.
  • Featuring a colorful variety of fresh produce, cheeses, and dips, it delights all the senses.
  • Nut-free and vegetarian, making it a safe and inclusive option for many diets.
  • Quick to assemble with no cooking required, perfect for busy families and parties.
02 -
  • Use contrasting colors like red and yellow bell peppers next to each other for a vibrant flame effect.
  • Arrange the blueberries and grapes thoughtfully to represent planets and asteroids more vividly.
  • Chill dips beforehand for a refreshing complement to the crunchy veggies.
  • If serving to children, pre-cut string cheese sticks into smaller pieces for easy snacking.
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