Save A whimsical, vibrant dessert board bursting with colorful treats, fruits, and confections — perfect for parties or celebrations.
This dessert board is always a hit at parties and brings a magical splash of color everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved, 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced, 1 cup pineapple, cubed, 1 cup seedless grapes (mixed colors), 1 cup mandarin orange segments
- Rainbow Confections: 1 cup pastel mini marshmallows, 1 cup rainbow gummy candies, 1 cup unicorn-shaped sugar cookies, 1/2 cup rainbow nonpareils or sprinkles, 8 meringue kisses, assorted pastel colors, 1/2 cup white chocolate bark, broken into shards and decorated with edible glitter
- Dips & Spreads: 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 cup funfetti cream cheese dip
- Decorative Elements: Edible flowers (like pansies or violets), for garnish, Gold leaf flakes (optional), Colorful paper straws or mini skewers
Instructions
- Arrange Fruits:
- Arrange the rainbow of fresh fruits in arcs or clusters across a large serving board, grouping by color for visual appeal.
- Fill Gaps:
- Fill gaps with rainbow candies, mini marshmallows, unicorn cookies, and meringue kisses, distributing evenly for color contrast.
- Place Dips:
- Place the dips (Greek yogurt, honey, and funfetti cream cheese dip) in small bowls and nestle them among the fruits and sweets.
- Add Chocolate & Sprinkles:
- Scatter white chocolate bark shards and sprinkle with rainbow nonpareils for extra sparkle.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the board with edible flowers and, if desired, a touch of gold leaf flakes for a magical effect.
- Add Accessories:
- Add colorful paper straws or mini skewers for easy serving.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Save This dessert board always brings smiles and makes celebrations even sweeter.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small bowls for dips, Paring knife, Mini skewers or tongs
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt cream cheese dip some candies and cookies) Contains eggs (meringue kisses some cookies) Contains gluten (cookies some candies) May contain nuts depending on specific candies or cookies used Always check ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 285 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 54 g Protein 5 g per serving
Save This dessert board is a beautiful and tasty centerpiece that’s effortless to assemble.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits complement this dessert board?
Fresh strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, seedless grapes, and mandarin segments create vibrant color and fresh flavors.
- → What sweets add texture and visual appeal?
Mini pastel marshmallows, rainbow gummy candies, unicorn-shaped sugar cookies, and meringue kisses add varied textures and bright colors.
- → How are the dips prepared and used?
Vanilla Greek yogurt, honey, and funfetti cream cheese dip are served in small bowls, nestled among the fruits and sweets for a creamy contrast.
- → What garnishes enhance the board’s presentation?
Edible flowers such as pansies, gold leaf flakes, and colorful paper straws or mini skewers create a magical and festive appearance.
- → Are there options for dietary restrictions?
Yes, plant-based yogurt and dairy-free candies can replace traditional ingredients for a vegan-friendly version.
- → Can the board be customized for different occasions?
Absolutely. Seasonal fruits and favorite candies can be swapped in to personalize the board for any celebration.