Pin A whimsical family-friendly treat tray featuring adorable owl-shaped snacks and sweets—perfect for parties, kids gatherings, or fun dessert tables
This tray always delights my kids and guests at parties and is super quick to put together even last minute
Ingredients
- Owl Cookies: 16 round chocolate sandwich cookies (e g Oreos), 32 candy eyes (store-bought or homemade), 16 yellow or orange chocolate candies (for beaks e g M&Ms or Reeses Pieces)
- Mini Owl Rice Krispie Treats: 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal, 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 16 mini pretzel twists (for wings), 16 small round chocolate chips (for eyes), 8 orange chocolate candies (for beaks)
- Owl Fruit Skewers: 2 bananas sliced into 16 rounds, 16 large strawberries tops removed, 32 blueberries, 8 wooden skewers
- Chocolate Bark Tree Branches: 200 g dark chocolate, 50 g slivered almonds, 50 g dried cranberries
Instructions
- Assemble Owl Cookies:
- a Carefully twist open each chocolate sandwich cookie
- b Place two candy eyes on one half using a dab of frosting or melted chocolate as glue
- c Add a yellow or orange chocolate candy just below the eyes for the beak
- d Place the other cookie half underneath as the body and gently press together
- Make Mini Owl Rice Krispie Treats:
- a Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat Add marshmallows and stir until melted
- b Remove from heat and mix in Rice Krispies cereal
- c Using greased hands form 8 small oval shapes
- d While still warm press two mini pretzel twists into the sides for wings
- e Add chocolate chips for eyes and a chocolate candy for the beak Let cool
- Prepare Owl Fruit Skewers:
- a Thread one strawberry onto a skewer (pointed end up) followed by a banana slice
- b Add two blueberries on top for eyes (attach with a dab of honey if needed)
- c Arrange on a tray to resemble owl faces
- Make Chocolate Bark Tree Branches:
- a Melt dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth
- b Stir in slivered almonds and dried cranberries
- c Spread mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in branch-like shapes
- d Let set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm then break into pieces
- Arrange all treats artistically:
- Group the owls together and place chocolate branches as accents
Pin My family always gathers around to make these fun treats together creating lasting memories
Serving Suggestions
Serve the owl treats on a rustic wooden tray with fresh flowers for a charming party centerpiece
Storage Tips
Store assembled treats in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days for best freshness
Variations
Swap candies for allergy-friendly alternatives or add edible glitter for extra sparkle
Pin This owl treat tray is a quick delightful addition to any celebration sure to impress guests and kids alike
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I make owl-shaped cookies look realistic?
Use round cookies for the base, place two candy eyes on top, and add a small colored candy just below for the beak. Gently press the cookie halves together for the body.
- → What ingredients are needed for the mini owl Rice Krispie treats?
You’ll need Rice Krispies cereal, mini marshmallows, unsalted butter, mini pretzel twists for wings, small chocolate chips for eyes, and orange candies for beaks.
- → Can I prepare the chocolate bark in advance?
Yes, melt dark chocolate, stir in almonds and dried cranberries, then spread and let set. It can be made a day ahead and stored at room temperature or refrigerated.
- → How are the owl fruit skewers assembled?
Thread a strawberry onto a skewer followed by a banana slice, then add two blueberries on top as eyes, securing with a bit of honey if needed.
- → What are some allergy-friendly substitutions?
Replace chocolate candies and cookies with allergy-safe versions, and consider using nut-free chocolate and alternative cereals to accommodate dietary needs.
