Save 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 is always a hit at our family game nights bringing everyone together with tasty and fun snacks.
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 Our family especially loves gathering around this platter during game nights it adds a playful and tasty touch.
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 This snack platter is sure to wow your guests and make your game nights even more enjoyable.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I shape the platter like a game controller?
Use breadsticks or cracker sticks to outline a rectangle resembling a classic video game controller. Fill the interior with arranged cheeses, meats, and vegetables to create distinct sections and a colorful display.
- → Which ingredients represent the controller buttons?
Black olives and grape tomatoes are used as buttons, carefully clustered where buttons would be located on a real controller.
- → Can this platter be adapted for vegetarians?
Yes, simply omit the meats and add more cheeses or alternatives like roasted nuts or marinated tofu cubes.
- → What are some gluten-free options for this platter?
Substitute regular crackers and breadsticks with gluten-free versions to accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- → How are the pretzel sticks used in the design?
Pretzel sticks stand upright to mimic the joystick parts of the controller, anchored with small pieces of cheese or cucumber to keep them steady.
- → What dips pair well with this snack arrangement?
Hummus and ranch dips complement the flavors well and can be placed at the grips or touchpad areas of the platter design.