Pin It 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 was a huge hit at our game night gathering, sparking conversation and snack creativity among friends.
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.
Pin It This snack platter brought back fond memories of family game nights filled with laughter and friendly competition.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 270, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 21 g, Protein 13 g per serving approximately.
Pin It This controller shaped snack platter is a fun and delicious centerpiece that will impress your guests every time.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I shape the platter like a game controller?
Use breadsticks or cracker sticks to outline the controller shape on a large serving tray. Fill the inside with arranged snacks to create the design.
- → Can I make this platter vegetarian?
Yes. Simply omit the meats and add extra cheeses, roasted nuts, or marinated tofu cubes for variety.
- → What snacks represent the controller buttons?
Black olives and grape tomatoes are arranged to mimic the buttons, adding both color and flavor.
- → How should dips be served on the platter?
Place small bowls of dips like hummus and ranch dip at the grip ends or as touchpads within the controller design.
- → Is this snack platter suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes. Use gluten-free crackers and breadsticks to accommodate gluten sensitivities without sacrificing presentation.