A cheerful edible centerpiece featuring candy corn, marshmallows, and chocolate treats for festive occasions.
# Components:
→ Base & Face
01 - 1 large 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 to 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
# Directions:
01 - Set the sugar cookie or rice cake on a large serving platter to form the face.
02 - Spread an even layer of frosting over the surface; swirl in peanut butter if desired.
03 - Arrange the tinted shredded coconut along the top and sides to mimic straw hair.
04 - Form the hat by lining mini chocolate cookies above the hair; top with a marshmallow if preferred.
05 - Place chocolate chips or candies for eyes; optionally, halve marshmallows for larger eyes and center a chocolate chip on each.
06 - Arrange orange jelly beans or M&Ms into a triangular shape for the nose.
07 - Use red licorice strings to craft a smiling mouth below the nose.
08 - Position round gummy candies on either side of the mouth to signify cheeks.
09 - Surround the base with candy corn and additional gummy candies to enhance festivity.
10 - Use pretzel sticks beneath the face to simulate a bow tie.
11 - Scatter chocolate sprinkles over the entire arrangement for added detail; serve immediately or cover until ready.
