Pin A festive, eye-catching candy board overflowing with holiday treats–perfect for parties or as a whimsical Christmas centerpiece. Sweet, salty, and colorful, this board appeals to all ages and can be customized with your favorite candies.
Personalize with your favorite candies or themed treats.
Ingredients
- Chocolates & Candies: 1 cup red and green M&Ms, 1 cup assorted holiday chocolate truffles, 1 cup peppermint bark pieces, 1 cup candy canes (mini or crushed), 1 cup gummy bears or holiday gummies, 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels, 1 cup marshmallows (mini or shaped)
- Cookies & Crunchy Treats: 1 cup holiday sugar cookies (mini or cut-out shapes), 1 cup gingerbread men cookies (mini size), 1 cup shortbread cookies
- Savory & Salty Additions (optional for contrast): ½ cup roasted, salted nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews, or pecans), ½ cup popcorn (plain or caramel)
- Decorations: Red and green sprinkles, edible glitter, or gold foil-wrapped chocolate coins (as desired)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the largest items (cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels) as the base layer, creating a sack overflowing effect in one section of the board.
- Step 3:
- Add clusters of chocolates, truffles, and peppermint bark in and around the cookies, letting them spill out from the sack area.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with M&Ms, gummies, and marshmallows for color and texture variation.
- Step 5:
- Add savory or salty items like nuts and popcorn to balance the sweetness, if desired.
- Step 6:
- Finish with candy canes and decorative touches such as sprinkles or gold-foil coins.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, or cover loosely and store in a cool, dry place until serving.
Pin Personalize with your favorite candies or themed treats.
Required Tools
Large board or platter, small bowls (optional, for loose candies), tongs or small serving spoons
Nutritional Information
Calories 320, Total Fat 12 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 3 g per serving estimate
Additional Notes
Substitute gluten-free cookies if needed. Add dried fruits for a healthier touch. Pair with hot cocoa or festive cocktails.
Pin This candy board is sure to bring festive cheer and delight guests with its vibrant colors and variety.
Recipe Questions
- → What types of sweets work best on this board?
A mix of chocolates, holiday-themed cookies, peppermint bark, and colorful candies like gummies and M&Ms create appealing textures and flavors.
- → How can I add a savory contrast?
Include roasted salted nuts or popcorn to balance the sweetness and introduce a crunchy, salty element.
- → Can I prepare this board ahead of time?
Yes, arrange the board shortly before serving or cover loosely and store in a cool, dry place to keep freshness.
- → What decorations enhance the festive look?
Candy canes, edible glitter, colored sprinkles, and gold foil-wrapped chocolate coins add seasonal charm and sparkle.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarian diets?
Yes, the selection of sweets and cookies used here supports vegetarian preferences.