Save to Pinterest 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 made a dessert board was for a family game night, and it quickly became the highlight of our gathering. Everyone loved finding their favorite little treats and dipping fruit into all the delicious spreads.
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 Up Bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange Baked Goods:
- Arrange cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Add Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Display Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Snacks & Garnishes:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes to fill any gaps.
- Finish with Sprinkles:
- 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 to Pinterest Last Christmas Eve, we surprised the kids with a snowman-shaped dessert board, and it was an instant hit. Now every holiday, they look forward to helping design and decorate the treat board together.
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 labels and adapt with allergy-friendly alternatives as needed.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 350 calories, 15 g total fat, 50 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Save to Pinterest Create your dessert board with creativity, and let guests mix and match their favorites. It's an easy, joyful way to add buzz to any celebration!
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I customize the board for different occasions?
Switch up cookie shapes, chocolate colors, and garnishes to match holidays or team colors. Use themed sprinkles or decorations for added festivity.
- → What are good alternative snacks for dietary needs?
Replace baked treats with gluten-free or vegan options. Add allergy-friendly chocolates or fruits. Omit nuts or dairy when necessary.
- → How do I keep fruits fresh on the board?
Toss apple slices in lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange fruits last and refrigerate the board until ready to serve.
- → What dips pair well with sweet treats?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, and vanilla yogurt are all delicious choices for dipping snacks and fruit.
- → Can I add savory items to the board?
To balance flavors, include cheeses, nuts, or salty popcorn. Choose items that complement sweet treats and appeal to guests.
- → What serving tools are recommended?
Use small bowls for dips, tongs for picking up treats, and spoons for spreads. Provide napkins and small plates for guests.