Fairy Tale Castle Platter (Printable version)

An enchanting assortment of sweet and savory bites arranged as a colorful, castle-inspired party centerpiece.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Savory Components

01 - 12 mini sandwich rolls (white and whole wheat)
02 - 8 slices mild cheddar, Swiss, or provolone cheese
03 - 8 slices deli-style vegetarian cold cuts (alternative: turkey or ham as desired)
04 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
06 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
08 - 1 cup baby carrots

→ Sweet Components

09 - 8 waffle ice cream cones
10 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
11 - 1 cup seedless grapes
12 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
13 - 1 cup assorted candies (gummy bears, jelly beans, or chocolate buttons)
14 - ½ cup white chocolate chips for decorative snow effect

→ Decorative Elements

15 - 1 block cream cheese for mortar and adhesive
16 - 1 bunch fresh parsley or mint for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Fill each mini roll with slices of cheese, vegetarian cold cuts, and cucumber. Use toothpicks to secure if necessary.
02 - Arrange the prepared sandwich rolls in a rectangular or square layout on a large serving platter to form the castle walls.
03 - Place waffle cones upside down at each corner and centrally on the platter to represent towers. Use cream cheese to stabilize them upright.
04 - Adorn the cones with mini marshmallows, assorted candies, and white chocolate chips to simulate turrets and banners.
05 - Fill remaining spaces around the castle walls with strips of red and yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and baby carrots for garden effect.
06 - Arrange halved strawberries and grapes surrounding the castle to create a vibrant, edible moat.
07 - Sprinkle fresh parsley or mint around the perimeter to add greenery and enhance the enchanted appearance.
08 - Serve the platter immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Engages children with a fun and creative edible castle design.
  • Combines sweet and savory flavors for varied tastes.
  • Quick and easy to assemble with no cooking required.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and adaptable to dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Use cream cheese as a sturdy adhesive to keep towers and sandwiches in place.
  • Mix candy types for varied colors and textures on the castle turrets.
  • Chill the platter briefly before serving to keep freshness and firmness.
  • Incorporate toothpicks or small decorative flags for thematic embellishments.
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