Creative snack platter shaped like a game controller combining savory cheeses, meats, veggies, and dips for entertaining guests.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz pepper jack cheese, sliced
→ Meats
04 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz turkey breast, rolled
→ Crackers & Bread
06 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
07 - 3.5 oz breadsticks
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
09 - 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
10 - 1 cup baby carrots
11 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes
→ Dips
12 - 3.5 oz hummus
13 - 3.5 oz ranch dip
→ Garnishes & Buttons
14 - 12 whole black olives (for controller buttons)
15 - 8 round grape tomatoes (for colored buttons)
16 - 1.8 oz pretzel sticks (for joysticks/decoration)
17 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Use breadsticks or cracker sticks to form the shape of a classic video game controller on a large rectangular serving board.
02 - Fill the outlined shape with alternating sections of cheeses, deli meats, and vegetables to create appealing color contrasts.
03 - Place black olives and grape tomatoes in clusters on the platter to represent the controller’s buttons.
04 - Stand pretzel sticks upright to mimic joysticks, securing them with small pieces of cheese or cucumber if necessary.
05 - Set hummus and ranch dip into small bowls positioned at the grip ends or touchpad areas of the controller shape.
06 - Fill any empty spaces with additional crackers or vegetables to complete the design.
07 - Add fresh parsley to enhance the platter’s appearance with vibrant greenery.
08 - Offer the snack platter immediately, inviting guests to engage and enjoy the interactive presentation.
