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.
The first time I assembled this dessert board for a family holiday, it truly elevated the celebration. Everyone loved picking their favorite treats and dips, and the colorful display was almost too pretty to eat!
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
- Choose Your Board:
- Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Prep Serving Containers:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange Baked Treats:
- Group cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes at different corners of the board.
- Add Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill empty spaces with assorted chocolates, M&Ms, and themed snacks.
- Fan Out Fruits:
- Neatly fan halved strawberries, grapes, and apple slices in sections for visual appeal.
- Include Snacks & Garnishes:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and sprinkle festive garnishes.
- Finish & Serve:
- Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles all over and serve immediately. Provide small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests.
Save Sharing dessert boards has become a family tradition—kids love helping arrange the treats and everyone finds their favorites. The board disappears in no time!
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins, spoons or tongs for serving, small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
This dessert board may contain wheat, milk, egg, soy, and nuts, depending on the treats chosen. Adapt with allergy-friendly alternatives as needed.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 350 Protein: 4 g Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 50 g
Save This dessert board is sure to wow your guests and make any occasion extra sweet. Enjoy the creative process and let everyone join in the fun!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I keep fruit fresh on the board?
Toss sliced fruits like apples with lemon juice before arranging to prevent browning and keep produce crisp.
- → Can I prepare the board ahead of time?
Arrange dry treats and candies in advance, but add fresh fruits and popcorn just before serving for best texture.
- → How can I customize the board for holidays?
Use themed cookies, colored candies, and festive garnishes that match your holiday or team colors for personalization.
- → Which dips pair well with sweet snacks?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spreads, marshmallow fluff, and vanilla yogurt dips all complement cookies and fruits nicely.
- → Are there allergy-friendly options for guests?
Include gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free treats. Always check ingredient labels and customize the board to suit dietary needs.
- → What drinks go well with a dessert board?
Pair with coffee, hot chocolate, sparkling wine, or even festive mocktails to complement your selection of treats.