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 making themed dessert boards because everyone gets excited choosing their favorite treat and showing off their creative snack combos at celebrations.
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)
- 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, ½ cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter
Instructions
- Select Board:
- Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Arrange Bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Group 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.
- Add Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Snacks & 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 Building these boards instantly brings everyone together—kids delight in finding their favorites, and adults love to mix and match flavors for the perfect treat.
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 and adapt using allergy-friendly alternatives as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350, Total Fat: 15 g, Carbohydrates: 50 g, Protein: 4 g per serving.
Save Switch up the snacks for any season or theme, and let guests get creative as they build their own dessert plates.
Kitchen Help
- → How do you keep fruits fresh on the board?
Toss apple slices with lemon juice and add fruits just before serving to maintain freshness and color.
- → Can I make this board in advance?
Assemble most snacks ahead but add fresh fruit and delicate garnishes right before serving for best appearance.
- → How can I customize the board for allergies?
Include gluten-free or vegan treats, and swap out ingredients like nuts, milk, or soy if needed. Always check labels.
- → What drinks pair well with this board?
Hot chocolate, coffee, sparkling wine, or flavored milk complement the sweet and savory snacks beautifully.
- → Should dips be served chilled or warm?
Serve chocolate fondue warm and yogurt-based dips chilled, arranging them in bowls on the board for variety.
- → Can I include savory snacks?
Yes, add cheese cubes, nuts, or salted crackers to balance the sweet flavors and suit different preferences.