Turkey Nut Platter for Thanksgiving

Nuts in their shells always make me think of the holiday season. Growing up, we would often have bowls of nuts sitting out at Christmas and my brother and I loved cracking the shells and eating the nuts inside. I couldn’t resist buying a whole assortment of nuts when I was in the store this week and creating something fun for Thanksgiving! This turkey nut platter is a whimsical way to provide an easy little snack on Thanksgiving Day without ruining appetites for the big dinner ahead!

To make a turkey nut platter for Thanksgiving Day, you’ll need a large plate or platter, a nut cracker, and an assortment of nuts in their shells. This time of year, you can typically find a great assortment at any grocery store, usually in the produce area.

Make the head of the turkey by placing smaller nuts {these are hazelnuts} in a small clear dish at the bottom center of the tray.

Then simply create rows of nuts around and above that dish, stacking them up and creating a curve to look like tail feathers. I used more hazelnuts, walnuts, and almonds. A variety of sizes and tones will make the turkey look better.

Raid your vegetable or fruit bin for something to use for eyes and a beak. I used small carrot slices for eyes and a piece of yellow pepper for the nose but anything would work: grapes, olives, red pepper.