Save to Pinterest A playful and interactive snack platter, arranged in the shape of a video game controller, perfect for parties and game nights. This platter combines savory snacks, cheeses, deli meats, and dips, delighting both the eyes and taste buds.
This platter brings fun and flavor together to elevate any game night experience.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g cheddar cheese, cubed 100 g mozzarella cheese, cubed 100 g pepper jack cheese, sliced
- Meats: 100 g salami, sliced 100 g turkey breast, rolled
- Crackers & Bread: 150 g assorted crackers 100 g breadsticks
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds 1 cup baby carrots 100 g cherry tomatoes
- Dips: 100 g hummus 100 g ranch dip
- Garnishes & Buttons: 12 black olives (whole, for controller buttons) 8 round grape tomatoes (for colored buttons) 50 g pretzel sticks (for joysticks/decoration) Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large rectangular serving board or tray, outline the shape of a classic video game controller using breadsticks or cracker sticks.
- Step 2:
- Fill the controller shape with alternating sections of cheeses, meats, and vegetables to create color contrast.
- Step 3:
- Use black olives and grape tomatoes to represent controller buttons, arranging them in clusters where the real buttons would be.
- Step 4:
- Use pretzel sticks as joysticks by placing them upright (secure with a small piece of cheese or cucumber as a base if needed).
- Step 5:
- Place dips in small bowls at the grip ends of the controller or as touchpads.
- Step 6:
- Fill in any gaps with extra crackers or vegetables.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant look.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to play and snack.
Save to Pinterest This snack platter sparks joy and togetherness, making game nights even more memorable with family and friends.
Notes
Customize button colors with mini bell peppers, blueberries, or radish slices; pair with sparkling lemonade, soda, or light beer.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray Small bowls for dips Sharp knife Serving tongs
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese) Gluten (crackers breadsticks) Possible Soy (dips) Meat (if included) May contain nuts if added by user Always check labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination
Save to Pinterest This snack platter is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that combines style and flavor in every bite.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the controller shape?
Breadsticks or cracker sticks outline the shape, while cheeses, meats, and vegetables fill the sections to create color contrast.
- → How are the controller buttons represented?
Black olives and grape tomatoes are placed in clusters to mimic the controller’s buttons.
- → Are there vegetarian options available?
Yes, omit meats and increase cheeses, roasted nuts, or marinated tofu cubes to accommodate vegetarian preferences.
- → Can this platter be made gluten-free?
Use gluten-free crackers and breadsticks to adapt the platter for gluten-free diets.
- → What dips are suggested for this platter?
Hummus and ranch dip are placed in small bowls at key points, such as the grip ends or touchpads of the controller.
- → How to use pretzel sticks on the platter?
Pretzel sticks serve as joysticks, positioned upright and secured with small pieces of cheese or cucumber as bases.