Grad Party Dessert Board (Printable)

A vibrant selection of cake, cookies, brownies, and berries for festive gatherings. Perfect for graduation celebrations.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cake Slices

01 - 1 loaf 9x5-inch pound cake, sliced
02 - 1 loaf lemon loaf cake, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

→ Cookies

04 - 12 chocolate chip cookies
05 - 12 sugar cookies
06 - 12 oatmeal raisin cookies

→ Brownie Bites

07 - 1 batch brownies from 8x8-inch pan, cut into 1-inch squares

→ Extras & Garnishes

08 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
09 - 1/2 cup blueberries
10 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
11 - 1/2 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
12 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
13 - 1/4 cup assorted sprinkles

# How to Prepare:

01 - Prepare and bake cakes, cookies, and brownies from scratch if preferred. Allow all baked goods to cool fully before slicing or portioning.
02 - On a large platter, fan or overlap the cake slices along one edge. Garnish with the sliced fresh strawberries.
03 - Pile the cookies in alternating stacks or clusters for a visually appealing presentation.
04 - Arrange brownie bites into neat rows or a small pile. Dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.
05 - Add raspberries, blueberries, mini marshmallows, and chocolate-covered pretzels to fill any empty spaces on the board.
06 - Sprinkle assorted sprinkles over cakes or cookies for additional festive color if desired.
07 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate if preparing ahead. Allow board to return to room temperature before offering for optimal flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No baking skills required—just pick your favorites and let your creativity shine.
  • The crowd-pleasing mix ensures everyone finds something sweet to cheer about.
02 -
  • Rushing the cooling process is tempting—but warm brownies are impossible to slice neatly.
  • Grouping similar colors together looks striking, but mixing them up catches the eye and keeps guests circling the board.
03 -
  • Use parchment paper on the board for easy cleanup, especially if you're using powdered sugar or sprinkles.
  • Let everyone take photos before diving in—the board disappears fast once the party starts!
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