Pin 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 created this dessert board for a family holiday gathering, and everyone loved how special and fun it felt. It was so simple to put together, but made a huge impact at the party and invited everyone to share and sample their favorites.
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 to prevent browning)
- 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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Board:
- Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Set the Bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange Baked Treats:
- Arrange cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Fill with Chocolates:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Place Fresh Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Extras:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes to fill any gaps.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles over the board for a finishing touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, providing small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests.
Pin My kids helped place the fruits and sprinkle edible glitter on top—they loved making their own creative designs and seeing everyone discover the board together.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins, spoons/tongs for serving, small plates and napkins are all you need for a hassle-free setup.
Allergen Information
This dessert board may contain wheat, milk, egg, soy, and nuts depending on treats chosen. Always check labels for allergens and use allergy-friendly alternative items if needed.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 350 calories, 15 g total fat, 50 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Pin This eye-catching board will elevate any gathering and invite guests to indulge. Try customizing it for every celebration or get-together you host.
Recipe FAQ
- → How should I arrange the treats for maximum visual impact?
Group baked goods, chocolates, and fruits in colorful sections. Use small bowls for dips and scatter themed snacks throughout for eye-catching variety.
- → Can this board be customized for holidays or team events?
Absolutely. Choose treats and candies in seasonal or team colors, and add themed decorations or sprinkles for a personalized touch.
- → Are there allergy-friendly alternatives for this board?
Yes. Substitute gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free snacks as needed, and check all ingredient labels for allergens before serving.
- → What kinds of dips work best?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, or vanilla yogurt all complement the board's variety of sweet treats and fruits.
- → How far in advance can I prepare the board?
Assemble it just before serving to keep fruits fresh and treats crisp. Pre-slice fruits and prepare dips ahead for quicker assembly.
- → What should I serve with the themed snack board?
Pair with hot chocolate, coffee, sparkling wine, or fruit punch for festive gatherings and celebrations.