If you love to snack, you’re going to love snackle boxes! They are everything you love about charcuterie boards, wrapped into the cutest container for travel.
This is such a cute way to customize a snack display for your family. We have been enjoying them on the dock and as one of our boat snacks this summer at the lake, and the adults love them as much as the kids!
Snackle boxes are a super fun, viral snack trend that we have been enjoying this summer. We can fill them with a delicious variety of bite sized treats, and they make one of the best picnic food ideas, too!
Next time you need a packable snack that is hearty enough to feed a crowd, think about a snackle box! We’re going to show you how to make one and give you all the best tips and tricks to make this trend your own.
Not sure what a snackle box is? Think traveling charcuterie! Use a handy tackle box and package your snack board to go, and enjoy it for picnics, lake days, or even just a fun time at home with your family.
Similar to these fan-favorite charcuterie jars, it’s just a cute way to serve some of your very favorite foods. Think of this concept as tackle box charcuterie, if you will!
You’ll be slicing your favorite fruits, veggies, meats and cheeses and placing them in a tackle box for a clever storage and display method. Add nuts, crackers, cookies and more… we’ll show you all the best ideas.
Why You’ll Love this Idea
Portable – What could be easier to transport than a cute tackle box with a clasp and a handle?
Customizable – Fill them with a themed grouping like desserts, vegetarian options, or anything your heart desires.
So Much Fun – Adults love them as much as the kids!
What is in a Snackle Box?
- Fruit – We used grapes, strawberries and blueberries. Dried fruit is an excellent choice too.
- Vegetables – Try cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, carrots and more.
- Cheese – Anything sliceable works well here. Sharp cheddar is always a great choice with crackers, or simply use the pre-packaged round Babybel cheeses.
- Meats – Try sliced salami, pepperoni or any of your favorites. Jerky is also good!
- Crackers – Any sturdy table crackers will work well. Pretzels are a great choice too.
- Candy – Or cookies, or brownie bites, or even muffins!
- Trail Mix – Always a great option, or just fill compartments with nuts.
- Jellies and Jams – Perfect for spreading over crackers or mini muffins.
More Snackle Box Fillers
The options really are endless – choose what your family and friends will enjoy the most!
Tools to Use
- Tackle Box (Use liners with this one)
- 36 Slot Snackle Box
- 9×14 Snack Tray
- Parchment Paper
- Muffin Liners
- Ice Packs
Tips
- Place ice packs in the bottom of your tackle box to keep it chilled for transport.
- Line with parchment paper or muffin liners for an extra layer of safety – not all plastic is meant for food, so this is an added step for comfort.
- Store dips and spreads in individual lidded containers at the base.
- Choose family favorites or create a themed snackle box! Think desserts, veggie or fruit tray style, and so much more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some plastic is considered food safe and some is not. If you’re unsure, be sure to line your snackle box with parchment paper and paper muffin liners for an added level of safety.
Be sure to use ice packs (just like you’d use in a lunch box) at the base of your tackle box. That’s what makes these so portable and so handy – the ice is easy to carry in the container just like the food!
How to Store
- At Room Temperature – Meats and cheeses can be stored safely at room temperature for up to two hours. When it’s hot, be sure to store and serve on plenty of ice!
- Refrigerate – You can make your snackle box ahead! Simply slice and store in airtight containers up to 48 hours before or after serving.
Snackle Boxes
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fruit Grapes, strawberries, blueberries and more
- 1 cup Vegetables Cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, carrots etc
- 1 cup Cheese Sharp cheddar or mini Babybel wrapped cheeses
- ½ cup Cured Meats salami, pepperoni etc
- 1 cup Crackers
- ½ cup Candy Or cookies, brownies, or mini muffins
Instructions
- Start by placing ice boxes at the base of your box to keep the entire snackle box chilled.
- Gather ingredients (rinse fruits and veggies) and slice any meats, cheeses and fruits or veggies.
- We created salami “roses”. Simply layer the salami into a circular wreath shape over the edge of a cup, and then fold into a "flower" for the container.
- Add a layer of parchment paper and then start stacking! We filled the base with crackers and sturdy veggies in one, and in another, we placed squares of cookie and brownie bars.
- Snap the lid on and enjoy!
Julie’s Tips
Tips
- Place ice packs in bottom of your tackle box if you need to keep it chilled.
- Line with parchment paper or muffin liners for an extra layer of safety – not all plastic is meant for food, so this is an added step for comfort.
- Store dips and spreads in individual lidded containers at the base.
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
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How to Make a Snackle Box
- Start by placing ice boxes at the base of your box to keep the entire snackle box chilled.
- Gather, rinse and prep fresh ingredients and slice any meats, cheeses and fruits or veggies.
- We created salami “roses” for a cute touch – so simple, as pictured. Simply layer the salami into a circular wreath shape over the edge of a cup, and then fold into a flower for the container. (Note my nails after a long lake weekend – this is a no judgement zone, right?)
- Add a layer of parchment paper and then start stacking! We filled the base with crackers and sturdy veggies in one, and in another, we placed squares of cookie and brownie bars.
- Snap the lid on and enjoy!
Too cute! So excited to try these!
Aren’t they adorable? We are loving these for lake snacks, can’t wait for you to try!
Love, love, love this idea! Where did you het the all white tackle box? ๐
Hello!
You can see both of the boxes we used linked in the “tools to use” section right under the ingredients.
I hope you enjoy,
Julie