Grad Party Dessert Board (Print)

A vibrant board of cakes, cookies, brownies, and berries—perfect for graduation festivities with friends and family.

# Components:

→ Cake Slices

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

→ Cookies

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

→ Brownie Bites

07 - 1 batch brownies (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, for dusting
13 - 1/4 cup assorted sprinkles, optional

# Directions:

01 - If creating baked goods from scratch, prepare cakes, cookies, and brownies according to recipes. Cool fully before slicing or portioning.
02 - On a large board or platter, arrange pound cake and lemon cake slices in a fan or overlapping pattern along one edge. Garnish with sliced fresh strawberries.
03 - Stack chocolate chip, sugar, and oatmeal raisin cookies in alternating piles for visual variety.
04 - Arrange brownie squares in neat rows or piles. Dust lightly with powdered sugar if preferred.
05 - Fill empty spaces on the board with raspberries, blueberries, mini marshmallows, and chocolate-covered pretzels.
06 - Finish by sprinkling assorted sprinkles over cakes or cookies for a celebratory appearance, if desired.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate assembled dessert board. Allow to come to room temperature prior to serving for optimal flavor and texture.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Building your own dessert board is like unlocking an edible arts and crafts project for grownups.
  • You can tailor it to every guest's sweet tooth—no one ever feels left out.
02 -
  • Once, I tried assembling the board while cakes were still warm—big mistake, as everything melted together and looked messy.
  • Arranging the board from big to small treats helps keep the vibe inviting, not crowded.
03 -
  • Let cooled cakes sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before slicing for perfect, tidy pieces.
  • Layer different heights and textures—the board feels dynamic and invites conversation.
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