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Make Your Summer Golden with Nabisco!

What are your plans this summer? The kids are always excited about their break from school and the adults are normally looking forward to some time off from work or the end of the week so they can kick back and enjoy the weekend. Maybe you will be chilling and grilling in the backyard, enjoying some outdoor concerts or camping under the stars. I think we all can agree; it’s more fun in the sun when you invite your crew to the beach or the pool. When it’s time to eat, just ride the wave to crunch-tastic Nabisco snacks.

No matter if you’re craving something salty or sweet you can always count on Nabisco and right now you can snag a package of Limited Summer Edition Ritz Sunkissed Crackers. They are baked to a crisp and they are even more buttery and salty than the cracker you already know and love. 

If you’re planning to whip up an appetizer or dessert, you’re in luck because there are so many tasty treats you can make for any occasion. We have a great recipe that is easier than a charcuterie board, this quick to prepare board pairs everyone’s favorite cookies and crackers with peanut butter and fruit. Perfect for any small gathering.

Summertime Funtime Snack Board

Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Chips AHOY! Cookies
  • OREO Cookies
  • RITZ Crackers
  • Triscuit Crackers
  • Assorted fresh berries, such as blueberries, strawberries and raspberries
  • Creamy peanut butter

Preparation

  • Arrange cookies and crackers on a large board or platter. Fill in spaces with berries and a small bowl of peanut butter.

Notes

Cookie and cracker boards can be prepared for any number of servings. Use a guideline of 1 serving of cookies or crackers per person. For a well-balanced board, fill in with plenty of fresh berries to help satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth without over- indulging and a small amount of peanut butter for dipping fruit, cookies and crackers. Serving size of OREO, Chips AHOY! and TRISCUIT are 1 oz. and RITZ is 1/2 oz.

Variation

Substitute your family’s favorite fruit for the berries, such as sliced apple, banana or pear. Crunchy peanut butter or a peanut-free butter, such as almond butter can be substituted.

Before heading out to soak up the sun this summer swing by your local Commissary and grab your favorite Nabisco products and be sure to check out all the great recipes on MyMilitarySavings.com.

Lasonja Williams

Lasonja Williams is an Air Force Veteran with 21 years of experience in Logistics. She enjoys sharing information and finding new ways to help others. She is also a mom of two teenagers. She loves blogging, baking and spending time with her family.