Even a picky eater can’t pass up these kid-friendly charcuterie boards
If ever there was a food trend that was totally on point for toddlers, it’s a kid charcuterie board. Bite-sized morsels you can nosh throughout the day? If that doesn’t describe a toddler’s favorite way to eat, then we don’t know what does. Next time your tot gets hungry, set one of these bad boys on the table and watch how quickly the food disappears. Note that all boards should be taken purely as pairing inspiration; you’ll want to go ahead and cut foods, like grapes, to the appropriate size(s) to avoid choking hazards. (We love this guide, in particular.)
Fun Finger Foods
No one is more on the go than a toddler, so grabable foods are a must! This cute array tosses in all the goodies, from sliced cheese and puffs to dips like hummus and yogurt for fruit and veggies. There’s bound to be something for everyone!
Disney Kids Charcuterie Board
Pretty much any toddler who loves a good Disney sesh will go gaga for this whimsical spread. Grab some Disney cookie cutters then use them on bread, cheese, and bologna to make this pink-themed board. Pair with peanut butter, apples, strawberries, and chocolate-covered pretzels then pop on your fave Disney flick!
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Holiday Themed Toddler Charcuterie Boards
Halloween
Boo! This not-so-scary Halloween charcuterie board will have your little ghosts chomping for snacks. As soon as Trader Joe’s Halloween products hit the shelves, grab the grocer’s chocolate mousse pumpkins, fall leaves chips, ghosts and bats chips, and pumpkin cookies to whip up this boo-tiful board of snacks. (Again, no popcorn for really wee ones.)
Valentine’s Day
Equal parts sweet and savory, this Valentine’s Day kids’ charcuterie board is filled with tons of flavor in the form of fruit, cheese, pretzels, salami, gummies, and chocolate-covered goodies. Up the ante and serve in a sweet baking dish with heart-shaped openings!
St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style! This verdant snack tray is jammed with green apples, waffles, cucumbers, spinach chips, and more. Normally kiddos might be turned off by such a healthy-looking array, but make it all about the Leprechauns and watch the magic happen!
Easter
A genius way to use your leftover egg cartons and plastic eggs, this toddler charcuterie “board” is beyond sweet for Easter! Just split your eggs in half and fill them with nibbles like small mandarin orange slices, cut-up melon, blueberries, animal crackers, and any other favorite for a festive snack time.