Save to Pinterest 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 joy and delight with every bite of its rainbow array.
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 Board:
- Garnish the board with edible flowers and if desired a touch of gold leaf flakes for a magical effect.
- Add Serving Aids:
- Add colorful paper straws or mini skewers for easy serving.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Save to Pinterest This dessert board always becomes the centerpiece of family celebrations creating cherished moments of sharing and joy.
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 to Pinterest This dessert board is the perfect finishing touch to any party guaranteeing smiles and compliments.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits are included in the board?
The board features strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, seedless grapes, and mandarin orange segments arranged by color.
- → Are there any dairy ingredients used?
Yes, vanilla Greek yogurt and funfetti cream cheese dip contain dairy, along with some candies and cookies.
- → How can I make a vegan version?
Substitute plant-based yogurt and use dairy-free candies to create a vegan-friendly variation.
- → What decorative elements enhance the presentation?
Edible flowers like pansies or violets, gold leaf flakes, and colorful paper straws or mini skewers add visual appeal and elegance.
- → What tools are needed to assemble the board?
A large serving board, small bowls for dips, a paring knife, and mini skewers or tongs are helpful for assembly and serving.
- → Can seasonal fruits be used?
Yes, swapping in seasonal fruits or favorite candies is encouraged to customize the flavor and appearance.