This crunchy, creamy Trader Joes Dessert Charcuterie Board Recipe is made with chocolate peanut butter cups, macarons, and fresh berries, and ready in just 15 minutes. The magic happens when you dip a crisp cookie into a jar of melted cookie butter right in the center. I love pulling this together when unexpected guests arrive.
What I Learned Making This
I used to just lay everything out randomly, but I quickly realized that boards look best when anchored by small bowls. Putting the cookie butter and dips down first gave me a solid structure to build around.
I also learned to balance the overwhelming sweetness with fresh fruit. Strawberries and raspberries cut through the heavy chocolate, making the whole spread dangerously easy to keep eating.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joes Dessert Charcuterie Board Recipe Ingredients
- 1 jar Trader Joe’s Speculoos Cookie Butter
- 1 box Trader Joe’s Macarons (vanilla and chocolate)
- 1 tub Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 package Trader Joe’s Chocolatey Coated Chocolate Chip Dunkers
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup Trader Joe’s Yogurt Pretzel Twists
- 1 cup Trader Joe’s Candied Pecans
How To Make Trader Joes Dessert Charcuterie Board Recipe
- Place the Anchors: Spoon the cookie butter into a small ramekin and place it near the center of a large wooden board.
- Add the Big Items: Arrange the macarons and chocolate dunkers in fanned-out lines curving around the ramekin.
- Pile the Berries: Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries and raspberries, then group them in two opposing corners of the board.
- Fill with Chocolate: Create a small pile of dark chocolate peanut butter cups in an empty space between the cookies and fruit.
- Fill the Gaps: Scatter the yogurt pretzels and candied pecans into any remaining bare spots until the board looks abundant and full.
Recipe Tips
- Vary the colors: A fully brown chocolate board looks dull, so always add bright berries or colorful macarons.
- Warm the dip: Microwave the cookie butter for 15 seconds to make it easily dippable for the cookies.
- Dry the fruit: Wet berries will make the nearby cookies soggy, so pat them completely dry with a paper towel.
What To Serve With A Dessert Charcuterie Board
Serve this sweet spread with strong black coffee or dry sparkling wine to balance the sugar. It also pairs incredibly well with an after-dinner espresso martini.
How To Store
Store leftover cookies and chocolates in airtight containers at room temperature for up to a week. The fruit and macarons should be kept in separate containers in the fridge for up to three days.
FAQs
Can I make this board ahead of time?
You can assemble all the dry ingredients up to two hours in advance. Wait to add the fresh fruit and warm cookie butter until right before serving.
What board size do I need?
A 12-inch round or 10×14-inch rectangular board is perfect for serving four to six people. You can scale up for larger parties.
Can I swap the seasonal items?
Yes, Trader Joe’s constantly rotates seasonal treats. Swap the dunkers for pumpkin cookies in fall or peppermint bark in winter.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Total Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 56 g
- Protein: 6 g
Try More Recipes:
- Trader Joes Easter Charcuterie Board Recipe
- Trader Joes Christmas Charcuterie Board Recipe
- Trader Joes Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board Recipe
Trader Joes Dessert Charcuterie Board Recipe
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minutesThis crunchy, creamy Trader Joes Dessert Charcuterie Board Recipe combines dark chocolate peanut butter cups, macarons, and fresh berries in just 15 minutes. Perfect for easy entertaining, this no-bake spread looks impressive and requires zero cooking skills.
Ingredients
1 jar Trader Joe’s Speculoos Cookie Butter
1 box Trader Joe’s Macarons (vanilla and chocolate)
1 tub Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
1 package Trader Joe’s Chocolatey Coated Chocolate Chip Dunkers
2 cups fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup Trader Joe’s Yogurt Pretzel Twists
1 cup Trader Joe’s Candied Pecans
Directions
- 1. Place the Anchors: Spoon the cookie butter into a small ramekin and place it near the center of a large wooden board.
- 2. Add the Big Items: Arrange the macarons and chocolate dunkers in fanned-out lines curving around the ramekin.
- 3. Pile the Berries: Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries and raspberries, then group them in two opposing corners of the board.
- 4. Fill with Chocolate: Create a small pile of dark chocolate peanut butter cups in an empty space between the cookies and fruit.
- 5. Fill the Gaps: Scatter the yogurt pretzels and candied pecans into any remaining bare spots until the board looks abundant and full.
