Save A whimsical, vibrant dessert board bursting with colorful treats, fruits, and confections — perfect for parties or celebrations.
This dessert board has been a hit at every gathering I've hosted, bringing smiles and sweet memories.
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 Decorations:
- 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 Straws or Skewers:
- Add colorful paper straws or mini skewers for easy serving.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Save My family gathers around this dessert board every time we celebrate birthdays or just want a sweet treat together.
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
Save This dessert board is perfect for any celebration and is sure to impress your guests immediately.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits work best for this dessert board?
Fresh, colorful fruits like strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, blueberries, grapes, and mandarin orange segments blend well, offering variety in taste and texture.
- → How can I make this dessert board vegan-friendly?
Swap dairy-based yogurt and cream cheese dips with plant-based alternatives, and choose vegan-friendly candies and cookies to maintain the vibrant look and flavor.
- → What is the best way to arrange the ingredients?
Group fruits by color in arcs or clusters and fill gaps with candies and cookies for visual appeal. Place dips in small bowls nestled among the items for easy access.
- → Can I prepare this dessert board in advance?
Prepare and arrange components shortly before serving to keep fruits fresh and prevent moisture from affecting the candies and cookies.
- → What toppings add the magical touch?
Edible flowers, gold leaf flakes, white chocolate shards, and rainbow sprinkles enhance presentation and add whimsical sparkle to the board.
- → Are there suggestions for pairing beverages?
Light, refreshing drinks like sparkling lemonade or fruity mocktails complement the sweet and tangy flavors on the board beautifully.