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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers and Snacks

    DIY Cheese and Fruit Bistro Box

    Published: Feb 25, 2020 · Modified: Oct 3, 2022 by Maria Doss · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Prep for the week ahead with this perfectly balanced protein snack box. Brie, Gouda, cheddar cheeses, whole wheat crackers, grapes, pears and mixed nuts make this DIY cheese and fruit bistro box to be enjoyed any time of the day.


    What is it about snack boxes that kids love?

    Children love when they get to pick and choose when compared to just one main dish. These are great for school lunch or after school.

    Snack boxes are great for adults as well. That is why they are a win-win in my home <--- Perfect no-cook adults lunch box

    Today we are heading to Starbucks to get inspiration from one of their famous bistro boxes - Starbucks Cheese and Fruit Protein Box <---- Protein rich to keep you full.

    These are balanced snack boxes with cheese, fruits, healthy crackers and nuts. The best part is that it can be very easily re-created at home for a fraction of the cost or however your family likes.

    This Cheese and Crackers protein snack box is

    • Customizable
    • No-cook
    • Ready-to-go in the fridge
    • Healthy
    • Balanced
    • Light lunch for school or work
    • Post work out snack
    • After school snack
    • Adaptable to whatever you have in the fridge
    • Fun to eat

    Let us get to the team players in this DIY Cheese and Fruit Bistro Box:

    Cheeses - Brie, Gouda and Cheddar

    Fruits - Grapes, Pear

    Crackers - Whole wheat crackers

    Nuts - Cashews, Almonds

    Dried Fruits - Cranberries

    How to customize a protein snack box? 

    Cheeses - I opted to go with brie, gouda and aged cheddar just like the Starbucks Cheese and Fruit Protein Box. Use your favorite kind of cheese variety.

    Fruits - Grapes, apples, pears, orange segments, cuties, berries, figs are all great options

    Crackers - Whole wheat, whole grain, 9-grain, super seed, multi-grain crackers are all fabulous options

    Nuts - Almonds, cashews, pistachios, walnuts, toasted pecans, peanuts will be great

    Dried fruits - Dried cranberries, raisins, apricots, dried figs, dates can be used

    Tips for perfect cheese plate snack box:

    • Cut pear (or apple, if using) just before eating (Here is an interesting read on how to prevent a cut apple/pear from browning)
    • Keep cheese seperate from the fruit and crackers
    • Store in the refrigerator for not more than 4 days.
    protein snack box

    DIY Cheese and Fruit Bistro Box

    Prep for the week ahead with this perfectly balanced protein snack box. Brie, Gouda, cheddar cheeses, whole grain crackers, grapes, pears and mixed nuts make this DIY cheese and fruit bistro box to enjoy any time of the day.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Servings: 2 serving
    Author: Maria Doss

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces brie, cut into wedge
    • 2 ounces aged cheddar, sliced
    • 2 ounces Gouda, sliced
    • 12 whole wheat crackers
    • 1 small pear, sliced
    • 1 cup grapes (green/ black/red)
    • ¼ cup mixed nuts
    • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
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    Instructions

    • Place brie, cheddar, Gouda, crackers, grapes, mixed nuts and cranberries into meal prep container. Store pear separately and cut just before eating.

    Notes

    Cut pears just before eating. 
    Keep all cheeses in seperate compartment without touching the fruits and crackers. 
    Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

    Nutritional information is based on third party calculations, should be considered estimates and not be construed as a guarantee. Varying factors such as product types, brands purchased, produce, the way ingredients are processed and more change the nutritional information in any recipe.

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    1. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats

      February 25, 2020 at 4:20 pm

      This reminds me of a sophisticated version of my favorite lunch in high school... slices of cheddar sandwiched between either Ritz crackers or Triscuits! Your version sounds so much yummier!!

      Reply
    2. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      February 28, 2020 at 4:27 am

      5 stars
      I like little snack boxes almost as much as my kids too. So many flavors and things to nibble on!

      Reply

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