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Plate of mini muffins with strawberries, green grapes, red grapes, and cantaloupe cubes for simple sweet buffet ideas

Simple Sweet Buffet Ideas

A collection of easy and delicious sweet treats perfect for any buffet.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Buffet, Dessert
Cuisine: international
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Platter
  • 2 cups strawberries sliced
  • 1 cup grapes
  • 1 melon cubed
For the Mini Cupcakes
  • 1 box vanilla cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets

Method
 

  1. Prepare the fruit platter by washing and slicing the strawberries, grapes, and melon. Arrange them on a large serving plate.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini cupcake pan with paper liners.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water. Stir until smooth.
  4. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Let the cupcakes cool before serving alongside the fruit platter.

Notes

For variety, add other fruits like pineapple or kiwi. You can also top the cupcakes with frosting or sprinkles.

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