A vibrant spread of cheeses, meats, veggies, and dips shaped like a classic game controller for lively gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 black olives, whole
15 - 8 round grape tomatoes
16 - 1.75 oz pretzel sticks
17 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Using breadsticks or cracker sticks, outline the shape of a classic video game controller on a large rectangular serving board or tray.
02 - Fill the outlined shape with alternating sections of cheeses, meats, and vegetables to achieve vibrant color contrast.
03 - Position black olives and grape tomatoes in clusters to represent controller buttons in their respective areas.
04 - Place pretzel sticks upright as joysticks, securing them with small pieces of cheese or cucumber as needed.
05 - Set dips in small bowls at the grip ends or touchpad areas of the controller.
06 - Fill any remaining gaps with extra crackers or vegetables to complete the design.
07 - Garnish the platter with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
08 - Serve immediately and encourage guests to enjoy the interactive snack experience.
