Save A festive, visually stunning arrangement of sweet treats and themed snacks makes any holiday or game night extra special. This dessert board is fully customizable and designed for sharing fun flavors and colors with friends and family.
I love putting together dessert boards because everyone gets to choose their favorites, and it's always a joy to see how guests react to the themed layout. The vibrant mix of colors and textures makes every gathering memorable.
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 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, 1/2 cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter (for garnish)
Instructions
- Select Your Board:
- Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray as the base.
- Place Dips & Bowls:
- Set bowls or ramekins for dips, spreads, and loose candies on the board.
- Arrange Baked Treats:
- Group cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in sections around the board.
- Add Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Fan Out Fruit:
- Arrange strawberries, grapes, and apples in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Snacks & Extras:
- Fill gaps with popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes.
- Finish & Serve:
- Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles over the board. Serve immediately with tongs, spoons, and napkins.
Save Our last family movie night featured this dessert board, and the kids loved helping arrange the cookies and choosing their favorite candies. It quickly became the star of our snack table.
Required Tools
Use a large serving board or tray and small bowls or ramekins. Have spoons, tongs, plates, and napkins ready for guests.
Allergen Information
Treats may contain wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts, depending on your selections. Adapt with allergy-friendly alternatives based on your guests' needs.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides approximately 350 calories, 15 g of fat, 50 g of carbohydrates, and 4 g of protein.
Save This dessert board is an easy way to delight guests and bring extra cheer to any gathering. Have fun and experiment with flavors and color themes for your next event.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I keep fruits fresh on the board?
Toss sliced fruits like apples in lemon juice to prevent browning and place strawberries and grapes out just before serving.
- → Can I customize the treats for different holidays?
Yes, swap in themed cookies, candies, and sprinkles to match any celebration, such as Christmas, Halloween, or game night.
- → What dipping options work well for dessert boards?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, and vanilla yogurt are delicious choices for dipping sweet treats and fruits.
- → How do I make the board allergy-friendly?
Use gluten-free or vegan treats, avoid nuts if needed, and check labels for allergens. Add allergy-friendly dips and snacks.
- → What drinks pair well with dessert boards?
Serve with hot chocolate, coffee, tea for kids, and sparkling wine or cocktails for adults to complement the sweet flavors.
- → How do I ensure a visually appealing presentation?
Arrange treats in colorful sections, fan out fruits, and garnish with festive sprinkles or edible glitter for a beautiful look.