You’ll feel like a true champion when you present this super cute and incredibly delicious Olympics Snack Board to your family and friends. Get ready for everyone to rave about the festive mix of salty and sweet treats, all ingeniously crafted into fun, Olympics-inspired shapes. This isn’t just snacking; it’s pure gold!
Crafting the Ultimate Olympics Snack Board: Your Guide to Gold Medal Entertaining
The Olympic Games are a time of global unity, incredible athleticism, and thrilling competition. What better way to celebrate this spectacular event than with a themed snack board that captures the spirit of the Games? Whether you’re hosting a grand viewing party or simply want to make family movie night feel extra special during the events, this Olympics Snack Board is your winning ticket. Forget complicated recipes; we’re talking about transforming everyday treats into edible symbols of victory and camaraderie.
Why an Olympics Snack Board is a Must-Have for Your Celebration
There’s something uniquely exciting about themed food, and an Olympics snack board takes that excitement to a whole new level. It’s more than just food; it’s an interactive centerpiece that sparks conversation and brings people together. Imagine the delight on your guests’ faces as they discover mini Olympic torches, golden Oreo medals, and pretzel weights! This board isn’t just about feeding a crowd; it’s about creating memories and sharing in the joy of the Games.
Perfect for Every Occasion
- Olympics Viewing Parties: Elevate your watch party from casual to unforgettable. Guests can graze while cheering on their favorite athletes.
- Family Fun: Make the Olympics special for kids and adults alike. It’s a fantastic activity to prepare together before the events begin.
- Creative Outlet: For those who love to get crafty in the kitchen, this board offers a delightful challenge to transform simple ingredients into themed masterpieces.
- Easy Entertainment: Once assembled, the board requires no further effort, allowing you to relax and enjoy the festivities.
The Snack Board of Champions: Inspired Creations
Sometimes, a little inspiration can lead to something truly special. This Olympics Snack Board is one of those triumphant moments! We’ve taken beloved snacks and given them an imaginative Olympic twist. Picture this: crunchy Bugles transformed into iconic Olympic torches, Golden Oreos reimagined as shimmering gold medals, pretzel sticks becoming miniature barbells, and colorful M&Ms artfully arranged to represent the five Olympic rings. Each element is carefully chosen not only for its deliciousness but also for its ability to evoke the spirit of the Games.
Festive and Fun Treats That Win Gold
The beauty of this board lies in its delightful details. While it does require a touch of creative effort to craft these charming, themed snacks, the process itself is incredibly rewarding. We found that the joy of making the board was almost as great as the pleasure of devouring it! It’s a fantastic family activity, encouraging teamwork and creativity in the kitchen.
Essential Ingredients for Your Olympic Feast
Gathering your ingredients is the first step towards creating your spectacular Olympics Snack Board. Most items are readily available at your local grocery store, making this a convenient project to undertake. (See the recipe card below for specific measurements and details).
- Family-Size Milk Chocolate M&Ms (you’ll need to separate them by color for the rings)
- Garden Veggie Stars & Stripes (or other star-shaped crackers/chips)
- Chips Ahoy Golden Candy Chip Cookies (alternatively, use homemade chocolate chip cookies with yellow M&M minis baked in for a personal touch)
- Rolos candies
- Bugles Original Crispy Corn Snacks
- Vanilla candy coating (melting wafers or chocolate bark work well)
- Red sugar sprinkles
- Yellow sugar sprinkles
- Golden Oreos or Sour Patch Kids Oreos (any round, cream-filled cookie will work)
- Fruit by the Foot Berry Tie Dye (or similar fruit leather strips)
- Pretzel sticks
- Lifesaver Gummies (assorted colors are best)
- 14” round walnut wood board (or any serving board of your choice)
- Small jars or ramekins (for the Olympic rings)
Step-by-Step: Creating Your Olympic-Inspired Treats
Crafting Golden Oreo Medals
- First, take three Fruit by the Foot rolls and carefully cut each into three equal pieces, creating nine shorter strips in total.
- Next, take each piece of fruit leather and form a loop, pressing the ends together slightly so they overlap. This will be the ribbon for your medal.
- Gently twist open a Golden Oreo cookie. Take one of your fruit leather loops and press both overlapping ends firmly into the soft creme filling of one cookie half, ensuring the looped portion hangs out like a medal ribbon.
- Carefully reassemble the Oreo cookie, pressing it back together to secure the fruit leather in place.
- Repeat this process for all nine Golden Oreo Medals, ensuring each has its own vibrant “ribbon.”
Making Mini Olympic Torches
- Melt your vanilla candy coating according to package directions. It should be smooth and dippable.
- Hold a Bugle by its pointed end and dip the wider, open end into the melted candy coating. Ensure a good portion is covered.
- Immediately after dipping in the candy coating, dip the coated Bugle into the red sugar sprinkles, ensuring a generous coating. This forms the base of the flame.
- Next, very lightly dip just the uppermost edge of the red-coated portion back into the melted candy coating.
- Quickly dip this freshly coated tip into the yellow sugar sprinkles, creating a two-toned “flame” effect.
- Lay the finished mini torches on parchment paper or a silicone mat to allow the candy coating to set completely. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
Constructing Lifesaver Pretzel Weights:
- This is perhaps the simplest and most fun-filled treat to assemble, perfect for little helpers!
- Take a pretzel stick and slide two Gummy Lifesavers onto each end, positioning them to resemble the weights on a barbell.
- Continue this process for all your pretzel sticks, creating a collection of adorable edible barbells.
Assembling the Iconic Olympic Rings:
- Begin by sorting your Family-Size Milk Chocolate M&Ms by color. You’ll need blue, black (brown), red, yellow, and green.
- Take five small mini jars or ramekins.
- Fill each jar with M&Ms corresponding to the colors of the Olympic rings: blue, black (using brown M&Ms as a substitute), red, yellow, and green. This creates a visually stunning and delicious representation of the iconic symbol.
Assembling Your Spectacular Olympics Snack Board
Now that your individual Olympic-themed snacks are ready, it’s time for the grand finale: assembling your board! For reference, we used a beautiful 14” round walnut wood board, which provides a lovely backdrop for these colorful treats. However, feel free to use any serving board, platter, or large tray you have on hand that suits your style and the number of guests you’re serving.
- Start by strategically placing your M&M-filled mini jars in the center of the board. Arrange them to mimic the iconic Olympic rings: blue, black (brown), red, yellow, and green. This will be your board’s focal point.
- Once the rings are in place, artfully arrange all your other Olympic-themed snacks around them. Think about creating visual balance and easy access for grabbing. Place the Golden Oreo medals, Mini Olympic torches, Lifesaver Pretzel Weights, and Garden Veggie Stars & Stripes around the rings.
- Fill any gaps with additional snacks like the Chips Ahoy Golden Candy Chip Cookies or Rolos. Don’t be afraid to overlap slightly or create little piles for a bountiful look.
- Step back and admire your creation! Make any final adjustments to ensure it looks appealing and inviting.
- Serve your magnificent Olympics Snack Board and watch as your family and friends marvel at your creativity and enjoy the delicious array of treats.
Tips for Success and Creative Variations
To make your Olympics Snack Board truly exceptional and cater to various preferences, consider these expert tips and variations:
Ingredient Substitutions & Dietary Adaptations
- Gluten-Free: Opt for gluten-free versions of Oreos, pretzel sticks, and any crackers. Ensure candy coating and sprinkles are also gluten-free.
- Dairy-Free: Many plant-based cream-filled cookies are available. Check ingredient labels for all candies and coatings.
- Nut-Free: Always read labels carefully to ensure all ingredients are free from nuts, especially with candies and cookies.
- Fruit by the Foot Alternatives: Use other fruit leather brands or even homemade fruit roll-ups for the medal ribbons.
- M&M Alternatives: If brown M&Ms are hard to find, use a dark chocolate candy or even black licorice pieces if the flavor suits your crowd, though the visual impact of M&Ms is hard to beat.
- Bugles Substitutes: While Bugles are uniquely shaped for torches, you could use small ice cream cones for a different torch style, though they won’t have the same “crunch.”
Kid-Friendly Involvement
This project is perfect for getting children involved in the kitchen! They can:
- Separate M&Ms by color.
- Thread Lifesaver Gummies onto pretzel sticks.
- Loop the Fruit by the Foot for the medals.
- Help arrange the finished snacks on the board (after the candy coating has set).
Advanced Decorating & Presentation
- Edible Glitter: Add a touch of edible gold glitter to the Oreo medals for extra sparkle.
- National Flag Picks: Incorporate small picks with flags of different nations competing in the Olympics.
- Sporting Equipment Miniatures: Add miniature plastic sports equipment (like tiny basketballs or soccer balls) for extra flair, placed strategically on the board.
- Fresh Elements: While this board is mostly sweet and salty, you could add a small section of fresh fruit skewers in Olympic colors for a lighter option.
Elevate Your Olympic Celebration with More Festive Recipes
If you’re looking to host a full Olympic Games feast, we have even more delicious ideas to complement your snack board and keep the celebratory spirit going:
- Our Olympics Breakfast Board offers a gold-medal combination of fresh fruits, crispy bacon, and an array of yummy carbs and toppings to start your day strong.
- This Olympics Chips and Dips Tray provides an assortment of fresh and flavorful dips alongside crispy, crunchy chips – a winning way to celebrate the Olympic Games and keep those nerves calm during tense moments!
- A crunchy, chewy, sweet, and salty Olympics Snack Mix is sure to get you through those exhilarating, edge-of-your-seat Olympic moments.
Olympics Snack Board Recipe
Olympics Snack Board
- Author: The BakerMama
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
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Description
You’ll feel like a champion serving this super cute Olympics Snack Board to your family and friends. Everyone will love the festive mix of salty and sweet snacks in fun Olympics-inspired shapes. It’s snacking gold!
Ingredients
- 2 packages Family-Size Milk Chocolate M&Ms, divided: ½ cup blue M&Ms, ½ cup brown M&Ms, ½ cup red M&Ms, ½ cup yellow M&Ms, ½ cup green M&Ms
- 2 cups Garden Veggie Stars & Stripes
- 6 Chips Ahoy Golden Candy Chip Cookies (or homemade chocolate chip cookies with yellow M&M’s minis)
- 35 Rolos candies
For 25 Mini Olympic Torches:
- 25 Bugles
- ⅓ cup melted vanilla candy coating
- Red sugar sprinkles
- Yellow sugar sprinkles
For 9 Golden Oreo Medals:
- 9 Golden Oreos or Sour Patch Kids Oreos
- 3 Fruit by the Foot Berry Tie Dye, cut into thirds
For 10 Lifesaver Pretzel Weights:
- 10 pretzel sticks
- 40 Lifesaver Gummies
Instructions
- To make the Mini Olympic Torches: Dip the large end of a Bugle in melted candy coating then immediately in red sugar sprinkles. Barely dip the top of the red-coated portion in the melted candy coating and then immediately in yellow sugar sprinkles. Lay on parchment paper to set completely.
- To make the Golden Oreo Medals: Cut three Fruit by the Foot rolls into thirds. Loop each piece to where the ends overlap and then open a Golden Oreo. Press both ends of the looped fruit leather into the creme filling, leaving the looped portion hanging out. Reassemble the cookie. Repeat for each medal.
- To Make the Lifesaver Pretzel Weights: Place two Gummy Lifesavers on each end of a pretzel stick. Repeat for each weight.
- For the Olympic Rings: Separate the milk chocolate M&Ms by color. Fill each mini jar with blue, brown, red, yellow, and green M&Ms to represent each color of the rings.
- Build the Board: Using a board of your choice (a 14” round walnut wood board was used for reference), place the M&M-filled mini jar “rings” in the middle of the board, arranged in the order of the Olympic Rings (blue, black/brown, red, yellow, green). Then arrange all of the Olympic-themed snacks around the “rings”.
- Serve and enjoy your gold-medal-winning snack board!
Notes
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If you’re inspired to create this delightful Olympics Snack Board, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me @thebakermama on Instagram so I can see your amazing creations. I absolutely love seeing how creative and inspired you all get with the ideas and recipes I share. Enjoy every bite and every moment of the Games!
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