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April 1, 2019 by: Melanie

20 Minute Treat Bar

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I think that we all can agree that it has been a long winter. Who’s ready for a treat?

This treat bar only takes 20 minutes or less. And the best part is that I can customize it for any event. The styling of the treat bar is flexible for an impromptu gathering, a book club meeting, a pre-prom treat at home while taking photos, or any other event that I can imagine that needs a quick and easy treat option.

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

Since I’m over winter and ready for spring, I styled this one with spring colors and flowers.

#1 Choose items with different heights/sizes. If all the serving trays or bowls are exactly the same height and size, then it can be a bit awkward trying to place them. The more that the items look “matchy-matchy” the more obvious that it is if an item is off or uneven. For this particular treat bar, I’m sectioning off a corner of our table with a decor tray. I’ve added a cake platter for a bit of height. This also allows me to place items on the tray and underneath cake platter to take full advantage of the space. The mason jar of flowers gives another height element.

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

#2 Pick finger foods, when possible. Keep it simple and carefree with a utensil-less treat bar. Whole or cut fruit pieces will typically work, as will other sweet treat items like the new Fudge Covered OREO Cookies and Fudge Covered NUTTER BUTTER Cookies.

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

For OREO Cookie fans, having their favorite cookie dipped in a thin layer of fudge is like a dream come true! The Fudge Covered OREO Cookie is a sweet tantalizer for the taste buds. I used the cake platter as  serving platter for the Fudge Covered OREO Cookies. In planning for the treat bar, keep in mind that a serving size is 2 cookies.

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

From 4/1/19-4/30/19, Harris Teeter e-vic users can grab a digital coupon to save $0.50 off of ONE box of OREO or NUTTER BUTTER Fudge Covered Cookies (7.9 oz.) by clicking over to THIS Harris Teeter page. Coupon expires 5/15/19. Find the product in the cookie aisle at your local Harris Teeter. 

Fudge Covered OREO AD

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

#3 Utilize decor pieces for utensil holders. In this case, the mason jar made a great napkin dispenser. Look around your home for decor items that you already have that can pull double duty as a holder or dispenser.

20 Minute Treat Bar AD

#4 Remember, this doesn’t have to be huge! Celebrating every day events should be fun, playful, and no-stress. Make an effort to not get bogged down with a Pinterest-worthy tablescape. Rather, focus on creating a brief spot where your family or guests can grab a quick treat while chatting and enjoying one another’s company.

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Comments

  1. Alli Smith says

    April 1, 2019 at 6:36 am

    Those cookies look so good and I love the idea of putting together a treat bar for my next book club meeting. Those fudge covered OREOS are calling my name!

  2. Amber Myers says

    April 1, 2019 at 7:13 am

    This would be my kind of treat bar 😉 I just love fudge covered oreos. I picked up a box and ate them rather quickly. They were amazing.

  3. cait says

    April 1, 2019 at 7:28 am

    this is such a fun idea my kids would LOVe when they got home from school- esp bc i love how you styled everything too- were big oreo fans in the house so they’d be all over it in minutes ha

  4. robin rue says

    April 1, 2019 at 8:07 am

    We are having Easter at our house this year and I think I might set something like this up. I am sure everyone will love it.

  5. candy says

    April 1, 2019 at 8:24 am

    It certainly doesn’t take long to set up a treat bar with store bought cookies. My family enjoys all of these cookies and would enjoy a treat bar.

  6. Jeanette says

    April 1, 2019 at 9:05 am

    20 minutes and I can make something like this? I am all over it. So easy to make so many different flavors that you can do with because Oreos have all those different flavors.

  7. Karen says

    April 1, 2019 at 9:22 am

    This looks like so much fun! I know the whole family will enjoy it! With a birthday in our family coming soon, this would be great to do.

  8. Denay DeGuzman says

    April 1, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    This fun treat bar looks so inviting! Perfect for impromptu get togethers with friends, or a surprise treat for family members. Thanks for sharing this great dessert inspiration!

  9. Natalie says

    April 1, 2019 at 4:32 pm

    Wow, I had no idea Orea came out with a fudge-covered version! I haven’t seen them here, I wonder if they will be available in Canada too?

  10. Laura Dove says

    April 1, 2019 at 4:43 pm

    Ooh I love this idea!! My kids would adore this, especially the Oreos! 20 minutes is great too for busy mums!

  11. Liz Mays says

    April 1, 2019 at 6:09 pm

    I love snacks like these! They’re going to be so handy for when the kids have friends over!

  12. Heather says

    April 1, 2019 at 6:45 pm

    I’m kinda disappointed in myself. How did I not know about fudge covered nutter butters? Those sound amazing!!

  13. Terri Steffes says

    April 1, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    Looks like I need to make a Target run. These look so good, those Oreos I mean!! I think it is awesome that you can set up a treat bar in as little as 20 minutes.

  14. Beth says

    April 1, 2019 at 10:43 pm

    Great tips about creating different levels to keep it visually interesting. Those fudge covered Nutter Butters are so good! I could have eaten the whole box by myself, but fortunately, my kids were there to stop me.

  15. Fatima Torres says

    April 2, 2019 at 7:17 am

    There’s nothing like a delicious after-school treat for the kiddos. Love this one and how simple it is to make.

  16. Lynndee says

    April 2, 2019 at 7:47 am

    I have designated a spot in the dining room as a treat bar too and we’ve been enjoying it. And we never run out of Oreos. Love ’em!

  17. Tasheena says

    April 2, 2019 at 9:44 am

    This is such a clever idea. This would be great to make for my kiddos at snack time.

  18. [email protected] says

    April 2, 2019 at 12:05 pm

    My kids would love this treat bar. I’m sure I could convince them to have a few pieces of fruit before letting them go for the real good stuff.

  19. Marysa says

    April 2, 2019 at 9:03 pm

    I haven’t seen these fudge covered Oreos, but we are huge Oreo fans and I am sure I would love these! This is a great idea!

   
   
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