Dessert Boards Themed Snacks (Printer View)

Arrange cookies, candies, fruits, and themed snacks for a colorful, festive platter designed for sharing.

# Components:

→ Cookies & Baked Treats

01 - 12 holiday or themed sugar cookies
02 - 8 brownie bites or mini cupcakes
03 - 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods

→ Chocolates & Candies

04 - 1 cup assorted chocolates such as truffles and wrapped candies
05 - 1 cup holiday or team-colored M&Ms, or similar candy-coated chocolates

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup halved strawberries
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes
08 - 1 cup apple slices, tossed with lemon juice

→ Dips & Spreads

09 - 1 cup chocolate fondue or hazelnut spread
10 - 1 cup marshmallow fluff or vanilla yogurt dip

→ Themed Snacks & Extras

11 - 1 cup popcorn drizzled with white chocolate or colored sprinkles
12 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
13 - 1/2 cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter, for garnish

# Method:

01 - Choose a large wooden board, party platter, or sizable tray to serve as the foundation for your dessert board.
02 - Arrange small bowls or ramekins on the board to hold dips, spreads, and any loose candies.
03 - Place sugar cookies, brownie bites, and mini cupcakes in grouped sections across the board.
04 - Nestle assorted chocolates, candy-coated chocolates, and themed treats in open areas around the baked goods.
05 - Fan out halved strawberries, grapes, and lemon-tossed apple slices in visually appealing clusters for color contrast.
06 - Distribute popcorn and mini marshmallows in remaining gaps for texture and volume.
07 - Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles generously over the board before serving.
08 - Present immediately, providing guests with tongs, spoons, small plates, and napkins.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and visually appealing centerpiece for any event
  • Easy to adapt with different themes or dietary options
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  • This board contains common allergens such as wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts (based on selected treats).
  • You can swap in allergy-friendly or vegan options to suit dietary needs.
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  • Group similarly colored snacks for extra visual impact.
  • Prepare fruits and dips just before serving to keep everything fresh.