Halloween is one of my absolute favorite times to get creative in the kitchen. Between class parties, trick-or-treating, and spooky movie nights, there’s always a reason to add a festive touch to food. But as a Crazy Busy Mama, I need recipes that are quick, simple, and fun without leaving me buried in dishes. That’s why I absolutely love making a BOO Charcuterie Board.
This sweet snack board is perfect for family nights or parties because it looks impressive but is incredibly easy to put together. With a simple ghost made of frosting as the centerpiece and plenty of Halloween cookies and snacks around it, your BOO Charcuterie Board will be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Why a BOO Charcuterie Board is Perfect for Halloween
You don’t have to be a professional party planner to pull this off. In fact, that’s the beauty of a BOO Charcuterie Board—it’s simple, festive, and doesn’t require hours in the kitchen.
Here’s why you’ll love it:
- Quick and Easy. Just a few store-bought snacks and a piping bag of frosting.
- Festive and Fun. The frosting ghost in the middle makes it scream “Halloween.”
- Kid-Friendly. Kids love both helping assemble it and eating it.
- Perfect for Any Occasion. From movie nights to parties, it’s the ultimate Halloween treat.
Ingredients for a BOO Charcuterie Board
- 1 cup vanilla frosting (in a piping bag)
- Black decorating gel
- Mini pretzels
- Halloween Oreos
- Vanilla wafers
- Graham crackers
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Ghost
Fill a piping bag with vanilla frosting. Cut off the tip and pipe a ghost shape directly onto your board or serving tray.
Step 2: Add the Face
Using black decorating gel, make two small eyes and a round mouth on your frosting ghost.
Step 3: Arrange the Snacks
Around your ghost, add mini pretzels, Halloween Oreos, vanilla wafers, and graham crackers. Arrange in small clusters or rows to give your board a balanced, full look.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Bring it to the table, turn on a Halloween movie, and enjoy your festive BOO Charcuterie Board.
CBM Tip
✨ CBM TIP: To keep your BOO Charcuterie Board fresh and stress-free, prep the snacks in small bowls or baggies earlier in the day. Then, right before serving, pipe your ghost and arrange everything on the board. This way your frosting design looks fresh and your snacks stay crisp.
Why Busy Mamas Love the BOO Charcuterie Board
Halloween can be chaotic, and I know firsthand how overwhelming it feels when you want to create special moments but don’t have hours to spare. That’s why I love recipes like the BOO Charcuterie Board. It’s festive enough to wow your family or guests, but simple enough that it won’t leave you exhausted.
My kids giggle every time they see the ghost in the middle, and they love picking their favorite treats off the board during a movie night. It’s a small but sweet tradition that makes the season feel even more magical.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, mama, it’s not about perfection—it’s about presence. The BOO Charcuterie Board is a perfect reminder of that. It’s quick, easy, and fun, but it creates the kind of memories that your kids will talk about for years.
So this Halloween, skip the stress and throw together a festive BOO Charcuterie Board. It’s spooky, it’s sweet, and it’s just one more way to reclaim the table and make the holidays special for your family.
BOO Charcuterie Board
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla frosting in a piping bag
- Black decorating gel for ghost face
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup Halloween Oreos
- 1 cup vanilla wafers
- 1 cup graham crackers
Instructions
- Pipe the Ghost: Fill a piping bag with vanilla frosting. Cut the tip and pipe a ghost shape in the center of your board.
- Add the Face: Use black decorating gel to draw two eyes and a round mouth on the ghost.
- Arrange Snacks: Surround the ghost with mini pretzels, Oreos, vanilla wafers, and graham crackers. Arrange in rows or clusters for balance.
- Serve: Place the board out for a Halloween movie night or party and enjoy your BOO Charcuterie Board!
