Save A festive, visually stunning arrangement of sweet treats and themed snacks, perfect for holidays or game nights. This customizable dessert board brings together a variety of flavors, textures, and colors for a memorable sharing experience.
I love creating themed dessert boards because they always wow guests and spark conversation. Mixing different flavors and textures makes every bite exciting.
Ingredients
- Cookies & Baked Treats: 12 holiday or themed sugar cookies, 8 brownie bites or mini cupcakes, 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods
- Chocolates & Candies: 1 cup assorted chocolates (truffles, wrapped candies), 1 cup holiday or team-colored M&Ms or similar candy-coated chocolates
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries (halved), 1 cup seedless grapes, 1 cup apple slices (tossed with lemon juice to prevent browning)
- Dips & Spreads: 1 cup chocolate fondue or hazelnut spread, 1 cup marshmallow fluff or vanilla yogurt dip
- Themed Snacks & Extras: 1 cup popcorn (drizzled with white chocolate or colored sprinkles), 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1/2 cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Board:
- Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Add Bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange Baked Treats:
- Arrange cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Fill with Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Arrange Fresh Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Extras:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes to fill any gaps.
- Decorate:
- Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles over the board for a finishing touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, providing small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests.
Save This board became a family favorite after our kids helped decorate it for our annual movie night, each picking out their favorite snacks to share.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins, spoons or tongs for serving, small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts depending on treats chosen. Always check ingredient labels for allergens and adapt with allergy-friendly alternatives as needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 350, Total Fat 15 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 4 g
Save Arrange your dessert board just before guests arrive for the freshest look. Enjoy watching everyone discover their favorite snacks!
Recipe Help
- → How do I keep fruits fresh on the board?
Toss apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning and add fruits just before serving for optimal freshness.
- → Can I customize the treats for different occasions?
Absolutely! Switch up cookies, candies, and garnishes to match any holiday, color theme, or event.
- → What dips pair well with a dessert board?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, and vanilla yogurt are all tasty choices for dipping treats.
- → How do I make the board allergy-friendly?
Include gluten-free, dairy-free, or nut-free alternatives. Always check labels and tailor ingredients for guests.
- → What serving tools help guests enjoy the board?
Provide small tongs, spoons, plates, and napkins for easy, hygienic serving.
- → Can I add savory snacks to the board?
Mix in cheese, nuts, or popcorn for balance and extra variety, adjusting to preferences and dietary needs.