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Perfect Ice Cream Sundae Charcuterie Board with 12 Easy Toppings to Impress

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A quick and easy ice cream sundae charcuterie board featuring 12 simple toppings that bring fun, flavor, and festive vibes to any gathering.

Ingredients

  • Vanilla ice cream (about 1 quart / 950 ml)
  • Chocolate ice cream (about 1 quart / 950 ml)
  • Strawberry ice cream (optional)
  • Crushed waffle cones
  • Chopped roasted nuts (almonds, pecans, or peanuts)
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Hot fudge sauce
  • Caramel sauce
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Rainbow sprinkles
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Blueberries
  • Banana slices
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Homemade caramel popcorn

Instructions

  1. Slice strawberries and bananas into thin, bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop nuts and toast coconut flakes lightly in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside in small bowls.
  2. Place a large wooden or slate board on the table. Arrange small bowls or ramekins around the board to hold sauces like hot fudge and caramel.
  3. Scoop generous portions of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream onto separate small plates or bowls nearby. Keep ice cream in the freezer until the last minute.
  4. Place crunchy toppings such as crushed waffle cones, mini chocolate chips, toasted coconut flakes, and chopped nuts in neat piles around the bowls. Arrange fresh fruit clusters visually balanced on the board.
  5. Sprinkle mini marshmallows and caramel popcorn in empty spots to create a playful, colorful look. Add rainbow sprinkles generously.
  6. Bring the ice cream bowls to the table last, just before serving. Encourage guests to scoop their favorite flavors and build their sundaes with the toppings.

Notes

Keep ice cream scoops in the freezer until the last moment to prevent melting. Chill the board before assembling toppings to keep everything fresh longer. Warm sauces slightly before serving for perfect pourable texture. Avoid wet fruits like watermelon to prevent sogginess. Portion control bowls help keep the board tidy and easy to navigate.

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