Santa Charcuterie Cookie Platter (Print)

Create a playful holiday centerpiece with cookies, candies, and fruit arranged in a festive Santa design.

# Ingredients:

→ Cookies

01 - 12 vanilla wafer cookies
02 - 8 chocolate sandwich cookies
03 - 10 mini gingerbread men cookies
04 - 10 small sugar cookies, iced
05 - 8 red velvet cookies

→ Candies & Sweets

06 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
07 - 1/2 cup red candy-coated chocolates
08 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
09 - 1/3 cup chocolate chips
10 - 1/2 cup strawberry licorice ropes
11 - 1/4 cup black licorice bites

→ Decorative Elements

12 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, halved
13 - 1/2 cup raspberries
14 - 1/2 cup shredded coconut
15 - 1/2 cup whipped cream

# Directions:

01 - Select a large round or oval platter for arranging the treats.
02 - Position vanilla wafer cookies to establish the overall facial shape.
03 - Form a curved triangle at the top with red velvet cookies and red candy-coated chocolates, then add a dollop of whipped cream or cluster of mini marshmallows for the pom-pom.
04 - Use mini marshmallows and shredded coconut to build out the beard and define the trim of Santa’s hat.
05 - Place chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate chips for Santa’s eyes, and position a halved strawberry or red candy for the nose.
06 - Arrange white chocolate chips or piped whipped cream to craft the mustache shape.
07 - Shape the mouth using strawberry licorice ropes or black licorice bites.
08 - Fill empty spaces with gingerbread men, iced sugar cookies, raspberries, and any additional sweets for a festive appearance.
09 - Serve immediately, or cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to present.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fun family activity for all ages
  • No cooking or baking required so it is fast and stress free
  • Customizable with favorite cookies and candies for every taste
  • Makes a beautiful holiday table centerpiece
02 -
  • Themed platters make any party feel extra magical
  • Crumbles and bits can be tucked into the beard for texture
  • Totally nut free if you double check your packaged treats
  • Using real fruit adds freshness to all those sweets
03 -
  • Work from the outer edge in to keep your Santa face balanced and even every time
  • Use a little whipped cream or frosting on the platter itself as edible 'glue' if you need cookies or candies to stay put
  • Let kids or guests create their own mini Santa faces with cupcake liners or small plates to double the fun and keep everyone busy while you prep dinner

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