Save A whimsical and enchanting platter featuring a variety of sweet and savory bites artfully arranged to resemble a magical castle—perfect for childrens parties or themed gatherings.
This fairy tale castle platter always brings a smile to my kids’ faces and is a hit at every party I bring it to.
Ingredients
- Savory Components: 12 mini sandwich rolls (white and whole wheat), 8 cheese slices (mild cheddar, Swiss, or provolone), 8 deli-style vegetarian slices (or turkey or ham as desired), 1 cucumber thinly sliced, 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup baby carrots
- Sweet Components: 8 waffle ice cream cones, 1 cup strawberries halved, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup assorted candies (gummy bears jelly beans or chocolate buttons), 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for castle snow effect)
- Decorative Elements: 1 block cream cheese (for mortar and sticking), 1 bunch fresh parsley or mint (for castle grounds)
Instructions
- Prepare mini sandwiches:
- Fill rolls with cheese vegetarian slices and cucumber. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Arrange sandwich rolls:
- Place in a rectangular or square shape on a large platter to form the castle walls.
- Place ice cream cones:
- Place upside down at each corner and in the center as castle towers. Use cream cheese to help them stand upright.
- Decorate the cones:
- Use marshmallows candies and white chocolate chips to create turrets and flags.
- Fill spaces around castle:
- Surround with bell pepper strips cherry tomatoes and baby carrots to resemble castle gardens.
- Surround with fruits:
- Use strawberries and grapes for a colorful edible moat.
- Garnish platter:
- Add fresh parsley or mint to add greenery and a magical touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This platter brings our family together and sparks so much creativity and joy during celebrations.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board Small knife Toothpicks Small bowls (for candies or dips)
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (sandwich rolls cones) milk (cheese white chocolate cream cheese) and possible soy (candies). Candies may contain nuts or traces of nuts—check packaging. Always verify all ingredients for specific allergies before serving.
Nutritional Information
Calories approximately 260 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 40 g Protein 7 g per serving
Save Assemble with love and watch your fairy tale platter become the centerpiece of any gathering.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you assemble the castle towers?
Ice cream cones are placed upside down at corner spots and secured with cream cheese to stand upright. They are decorated with marshmallows, candies, and white chocolate chips to mimic turrets and flags.
- → Can this platter be adapted for gluten-free diets?
Yes, substitute gluten-free rolls and cones to accommodate gluten-free needs while maintaining the visual design.
- → What fresh vegetables are included in the platter?
The platter features sliced cucumbers, red and yellow bell pepper strips, cherry tomatoes, and baby carrots for vibrant colors and texture.
- → Are there vegetarian options available?
Yes, the sandwich fillings use vegetarian deli slices by default, but you can also swap with deli meats if preferred.
- → How long does it take to prepare this arrangement?
Preparation takes approximately 40 minutes, with no cooking time required, making it an easy and quick assembly project.
- → What decorative ingredients mimic the castle’s snow effect?
White chocolate chips are sprinkled on towers and the platter to create a castle snow effect enhancing the whimsical look.