🕒 Ready in 10 minutes
(5 minutes prep · 5 minutes decorate)
Let your kids’ imaginations run wild with this sweet mosaic snack!
Tasty Tile Art is all about turning biscuits or crackers into edible canvases using spreads and colourful treats. It’s perfect for little artists, budding bakers, or anyone in need of a boredom-busting activity that ends with a crunchy, sweet reward.
Think of it as edible LEGO – but yummier.
🎨 Ingredients
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Cream crackers or Rich Tea biscuits
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A spread: icing, Nutella, cream cheese, or peanut butter
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Toppings: small sweets like:
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Smarties
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Jelly beans
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Mini marshmallows
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Chocolate chips
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A butter knife or spoon for spreading
🍭 Method
1. Pick Your Base
Lay out a cracker or biscuit – this is your blank tile, ready for decorating!
2. Spread the Base
Use a butter knife or spoon to spread a layer of your chosen topping across the whole surface.
3. Design Your Mosaic
Get creative! Use the sweets to build colourful patterns, shapes, or even pictures. Try rainbows, hearts, letters, or abstract designs.
4. Make a Gallery
Why stop at one? Create a few tiles and line them up to make your own snackable art gallery.
5. Snap & Snack
Don’t forget to take a photo of your edible masterpiece before the munching begins!
🖼️ Serving Suggestions
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Host a “Tasty Tile” decorating session at a party or playdate.
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Use pastel toppings for a spring theme or red and green for festive flair.
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Pair with a cold drink or fruit cup for a fun afternoon tea.
🔄 Easy Variations
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Healthier twist: Use cream cheese and dried fruit instead of icing and sweets.
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Allergy-friendly: Choose allergy-safe spreads and toppings.
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Theme it: Make tiles inspired by animals, nature, or holidays.
🙋 FAQs
Can I prep these ahead?
Yes – just store undecorated tiles in an airtight container and decorate when ready to serve.
What ages is this best for?
Kids aged 3+ will love it – just supervise for small sweets if serving to younger children.
How messy is it?
Not too bad! Just pop everything on a tray or board and keep wipes nearby. Messy hands = creative fun.
💡 Tip
Turn it into a challenge! Who can make the tallest marshmallow sculpture or the most colourful tile?
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