Whimsical Scarecrow Candy Platter (Printable)

A vibrant, autumn-inspired candy display featuring assorted sweets arranged as a friendly scarecrow face.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Base & Face

01 - 1 round sugar cookie (8–10 inches diameter) or large round rice cake
02 - 1/3 cup vanilla or cream cheese frosting
03 - 2 tablespoons peanut butter (optional)

→ Decorations

04 - 1/4 cup candy corn
05 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
06 - 1/4 cup orange jelly beans or orange M&Ms
07 - 1/4 cup pretzel sticks
08 - 1/4 cup red licorice strings
09 - 2 large marshmallows
10 - 6–8 mini chocolate cookies (e.g., mini Oreos)
11 - 1/4 cup shredded coconut tinted yellow with food coloring
12 - 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
13 - 1/4 cup assorted gummy candies

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place the large sugar cookie or rice cake on a serving platter to form the face.
02 - Spread an even layer of frosting over the surface and swirl in peanut butter if using.
03 - Arrange the tinted shredded coconut along the top and sides of the base to resemble straw hair.
04 - Line mini chocolate cookies above the hair to create a hat; use a marshmallow for the hat’s tip if desired.
05 - Use chocolate chips or candies for the eyes; optionally slice marshmallows in half and place a chocolate chip in the center of each for larger eyes.
06 - Create a triangle nose using orange jelly beans or M&Ms.
07 - Make a smiling mouth with red licorice strings.
08 - Place round gummy candies on the cheeks for color.
09 - Surround the base with candy corn and additional gummies for a festive appearance.
10 - Arrange pretzel sticks beneath the face to form a bow tie.
11 - Scatter chocolate sprinkles over the design for extra detail and serve immediately or cover until ready.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Whimsical festive centerpiece for parties
  • Easy to assemble with simple ingredients
02 -
  • Substitute the base with a gluten-free cookie or rice cake for gluten sensitivity
  • For a nut-free version, omit peanut butter
03 -
  • Tint shredded coconut in a sealed bag with yellow food coloring for easy straw hair effect
  • Use marshmallow halves to create expressive, large eyes for more character
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