Owl Hooting Dessert Board (Printable)

Creative owl-themed board with chocolate, fruits, and sweets arranged for festive occasions.

# Ingredient list:

→ Base & Structure

01 - 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
02 - 6 large chocolate chip cookies
03 - 8 graham crackers
04 - 1 cup chocolate wafer cookies

→ Owl Features

05 - 2 large round sugar cookies
06 - 6 white chocolate buttons or candy melts
07 - 2 brown M&Ms or chocolate candies
08 - 1 dried apricot or orange jelly bean

→ Sweet Accents

09 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
10 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
11 - ½ cup dried cranberries or cherries
12 - ½ cup mixed nuts (optional)
13 - ½ cup banana chips
14 - ½ cup fresh blueberries

→ Dipping & Garnishes

15 - ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread
16 - ½ cup whipped cream or vanilla yogurt
17 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut

# How to Make It:

01 - On a large platter or wooden board, arrange the chocolate chip cookies in a semi-circle at the base to form the owl's body.
02 - Place the two large round sugar cookies at the top center for the eyes. Add white chocolate buttons on top as highlights, then position brown M&Ms or chocolate candies in the center as pupils.
03 - Position a dried apricot or orange jelly bean between and just below the eyes to form the beak.
04 - Use chocolate-covered pretzels on either side of the body to create wings.
05 - Arrange chocolate sandwich cookies and wafer cookies around the body to mimic feathers.
06 - Scatter banana chips, dried cranberries, and blueberries around the edges for added color and texture.
07 - Place mixed nuts and graham crackers along the bottom edge to resemble a tree branch.
08 - Fill small bowls with chocolate hazelnut spread and whipped cream or vanilla yogurt and position them at the sides of the board.
09 - Sprinkle shredded coconut over the feathered areas for added detail.
10 - Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick and dip as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Creative owl-themed dessert presentation
  • Perfect for parties and family gatherings
02 -
  • Swap out nuts for extra fruit if nut allergies are a concern
  • Try different cookie types for the owls features (e.g., oatmeal or peanut butter)
03 -
  • Use food-safe tweezers for precise placement of small candy details
  • Chill the board briefly before serving to keep marshmallows and chocolate firm
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