We were invited to a Super Bowl party at a new friend's home and I was happy when asked to bring a dessert. One of my favorite things to put together for a casual, buffet style event is a dessert tray with a variety of small desserts that are easy to eat and portable. I find that most people are too health conscious to want a big slice of of cake, but can't resist sampling a cookie on a dessert tray. It is easy to make a platter of desserts look pretty by mixing flavors (chocolate/citrus/fruit) and colors.
Here's what I put together for Super Bowl Sunday, including recipes. I started by using a large tray with four sections. One section was filled with a variety of pastries from the grocery store bakery. Section two was filled with one of my specialties - Chocolate Dipped Strawberries. Section three contained my favorite Lemon Brownies and Section Four was filled with a new recipe from Pinterest - German Chocolate Cookies. They are made with a cake mix, a can of frosting and quick drizzle of dark chocolate and were definately the hit of the party.
A sweet ending to another football season.
Happy Monday!
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I'm already missing football season! Ha! Your dessert tray looks delish!
ReplyDeleteI am drooling over those German Chocolate cookies! Have a good week, Vicki!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea. You are so right, most just want a small bite or two.
ReplyDeleteThat looks SO good! I love your idea of several desserts that can be nibbled! Lovely!
ReplyDeleteYUM, my Daughter was just talking about a dessert she is making for her Wednesday night small group. I will get her to share the recipe:) Have a SWEET evening dear Vicki, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteI am drooling too . . .
ReplyDeleteGreat desert tray idea!