You are the host, so unless you have help, make sure that whatever you are serving allows you some time to interact with your guests while still providing them with what they need.
One of my favorite desserts is Haagen Dasz Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Berries. Not only is it delicious but it creates a colorful & flavorful display that can be as simple or elegant as you'd like. The difference? How you present it. I chose to display this...