Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese (or ricotta, cream cheese, or butter substitute)
- 4 oz plant-based cheese (optional, for a vegan version)
- 1/2 cup cherry jam (or strawberry or raspberry jam)
- 20 drops red food coloring
- Plastic or edible spiders (for decoration)
- Candy eyes (for decoration)
- Crackers, fresh bread, or apple slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Place the goat cheese (or chosen base) on a wooden board or decorative plate. Spread it evenly with a butter knife or spatula, creating textured swirls.
- In a small bowl, mix the cherry jam with red food coloring until it reaches a deep, eerie red hue.
- Spoon the jam around and over parts of the cheese, allowing some to drip for a spooky effect.
- Add plastic or edible spiders and candy eyes around the board for decoration, arranging them creatively for a haunted look.
- Place cheese knives or spreaders nearby for easy serving. Add crackers, bread, or fruit slices around the cheese.
- Let the board sit for about an hour before serving for the best texture. Serve and enjoy your spooky centerpiece!
Notes
- Use soft cheeses like goat cheese or ricotta for the best spreadable texture.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cheeses and vegan-friendly jam.
- Add grapes, figs, or apple slices for freshness and color.
- For a spicy twist, top with pepper jelly instead of jam.
- Chopped herbs like rosemary or thyme add savory depth.
- Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving again.
- Be mindful of small decorations like candy eyes or plastic spiders—avoid for young children.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of board
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
