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.
DIY Cheese and Fruit Bistro Box
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
Instructions
- Place brie, cheddar, Gouda, crackers, grapes, mixed nuts and cranberries into meal prep container. Store pear separately and cut just before eating.
Notes
Nutrition
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Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats
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!!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
I like little snack boxes almost as much as my kids too. So many flavors and things to nibble on!