Save A whimsical and festive platter featuring a variety of candies, cookies, and fruits arranged to resemble a charming scarecrow—perfect for autumn parties, Halloween gatherings, or harvest celebrations.
This fun scarecrow candy platter is always a hit at family celebrations bringing smiles and festive cheer to the table.
Ingredients
- Base: 1 large round sugar cookie (approx 8 inches) or rice cereal treat round (for the face)
- Hair and hat brim: 1 cup pretzel sticks
- Facial Features: 2 chocolate sandwich cookies (for eyes) 2 small candy-coated chocolates (blue or green for eye centers) 1 orange gumdrop or candy corn (for nose) 6 8 black licorice strings (for mouth and eyebrows) 2 pink candy melts or round gummies (for cheeks)
- Hat: 1 cup chocolate wafer cookies or graham cracker pieces (for hat top) 1/2 cup mini marshmallows or caramel popcorn (for hat decoration)
- Accents & Extras: 1/2 cup candy corn 1/2 cup gummy worms 1/2 cup jelly beans 1 cup assorted fresh fruit (such as grapes or apple slices optional) 1/2 cup chocolate chips or raisins (for buttons or additional details)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place the large round cookie or rice cereal treat in the center of a platter to form the scarecrow's face.
- Step 2:
- Arrange pretzel sticks around the top and sides of the face to create hair. Use extra pretzels to form the brim of the hat above the face.
- Step 3:
- For the hat layer chocolate wafer cookies or graham crackers above the pretzel brim. Decorate the hat with mini marshmallows or caramel popcorn.
- Step 4:
- Place the chocolate sandwich cookies as eyes pressing a candy-coated chocolate into the center of each for pupils.
- Step 5:
- Add the orange gumdrop or candy corn in the center of the face for the nose.
- Step 6:
- Shape the mouth and eyebrows with black licorice strings.
- Step 7:
- Place pink candy melts or gummies on each cheek for a rosy look.
- Step 8:
- Scatter candy corn gummy worms jelly beans and fresh fruit around the scarecrow as festive accents. Use chocolate chips or raisins for extra decoration such as buttons or freckles.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or cover loosely until ready to display.
Save This platter has become a family favorite especially during cozy autumn gatherings and Halloween festivities.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or tray Small bowls (for arranging candies) Knife (for slicing fruit if using) Spoon or offset spatula (for placing candies)
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (cookies) Milk (chocolate candy melts) Soy Egg (in some cookiescandies) Gelatin (in gummies) and possible traces of nuts depending on candy brands Always check individual candy and cookie labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 220 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 2 g (per serving estimated)
Save This scarecrow candy platter is a simple delightful way to celebrate the season and impress your guests.
Recipe Questions
- → What can I use as the base for the scarecrow face?
A large round sugar cookie or a rice cereal treat round works well as a sturdy and edible base for the face.
- → How do I create the scarecrow's hair and hat?
Pretzel sticks are arranged around the face for hair and hat brim, topped with chocolate wafer cookies or graham crackers, decorated with mini marshmallows or caramel popcorn.
- → Can I substitute ingredients for dietary restrictions?
Yes, gluten-free cookies can replace the base, and candies can be swapped to suit allergies or preferences.
- → How should I arrange the facial features?
Use chocolate sandwich cookies and candy-coated chocolates for eyes, a gumdrop or candy corn for the nose, licorice strings for mouth and eyebrows, and pink candy melts or gummies for cheeks.
- → What fruits pair well as accents on the platter?
Fresh grapes or apple slices add color and freshness, balancing the sweeter elements of the display.