Cupcakes Are So 2019

It’s OK to be extra when entertaining for your friends. And, it’s pretty easy to entertain effortlessly if you plan ahead. Below are simple and fast ideas to WOW your guests with delicious foods and show-stopping presentations. If you’ve stumbled upon this blog, we can assume you’re the hostess with the mostest. Now prove it! :)

Cheese Boards 

The secret to a great board? Just pile it on! It only takes a few minutes to put together a delicious and flavorful cheese board.  When it comes to making cheese boards, the possibilities are truly endless. Click here for some of our favorite Cheese Board Ideas!

Charcuterie board with cheeses, cured meats, pickles, nuts, fresh fruit, crackers, and dips on a round wooden board

Image via Barefeet in the Kitchen 

Affogato Chocolate Mousse
Rich, decadent, and it happens to be gluten-free … your guests will love this indulgent treat. And the best news? It only takes fifteen minutes to make! Get the recipe here.
Five ramekins of chocolate mousse dusted with cocoa powder on a stone surface; one has a spoon.

Mochi Charcuterie Board 

Put a spin on a traditional charcuterie board by making a mochi charcuterie board! The vibrant and colorful presentation and the unique flavors will certainly excite your guests. 

Overhead of assorted mochi ice cream balls showcasing colorful flavors on a white marble platter with fruit and mint garnish

Strawberry and Rhubarb Cobbler

A home-cooked baked good is always a nice touch when you have guests. This Strawberry and Rhubarb Cobbler, opens in a new tab is a crowd-pleaser that just happens to be light on ingredients and doesn’t take a long time to bake. Easy-to-make, easy-to-serve and outrageously scrumptious!

Baked strawberry cobbler in a red rectangular dish on blue patterned tiles, with a bowl and spoon of cream

Tiered Plates of Fun!

Presentation is key. If you happen to have gorgeous platters or tiered plates, let them do the heavy-lifting! Skip the typical macaroons or cupcakes, and show your guests just how innovative you are. We love how our mochi, opens in a new tab looks stacked up. 

Two-tier blue-and-white serving plate holding colorful halved mochi-style sweets with various fillings.
Image via @michellewpark

Fruit Platters

A gorgeous fruit platter is one of the easiest and most popular contributions to a party. Chop up your favorite fruits, add delicious dips, and serve to your guests. Easy, breezy and show-stopping!  Click here for Fruit platter 101! 

Fruit platter arranged with sliced watermelon, star fruit, kiwi, dragon fruit, berries, grapes and two chocolate dipping bowls on a dark stone background
Image via Umami Girl 
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