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 first made one of these themed dessert boards for a family game night and the smiles around the table made it our new tradition. Kids and adults love picking their favorites and discovering new treats every time.
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, 1/2 cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter (for garnish)
Instructions
- Choose board:
- Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Add bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange baked treats:
- Group sugar cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes around the board.
- Fill with sweets:
- Use chocolates, candies, and themed treats to fill empty spaces.
- Fan fresh fruits:
- Arrange strawberries, grapes, and apple slices in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add extras:
- Fill gaps with popcorn, mini marshmallows, and decorative garnishes.
- Sprinkle garnish:
- Finish with edible glitter or festive sprinkles all over the board.
- Serve:
- Offer small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests. Serve immediately.
Save Our family loves designing themed boards for each gathering. Last winter, we added gingerbread for a holiday touch and everyone wanted seconds.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins, spoons and tongs for serving, small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts depending on treats chosen. Always review labels and substitute as necessary for guests.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 350, Total Fat: 15 g, Carbohydrates: 50 g, Protein: 4 g
Save This dessert board is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful, shareable treat everyone will remember.
Recipe Guide
- → How can I customize the board for different holidays?
Choose cookies, candies, and decorations in seasonal colors or shapes to match any holiday theme.
- → What dips work best for dessert boards?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, or vanilla yogurt dip pair well with sweet treats and fruits.
- → Can I make the board allergy-friendly?
Opt for gluten-free, nut-free, or vegan options as needed and always check ingredient labels for allergens.
- → How should I arrange treats for best presentation?
Place dips in small bowls, group similar items together, and fan out fruits for colorful visual appeal.
- → What drinks complement this dessert board?
Hot chocolate, coffee, or sparkling wine pair nicely and enhance the festive sharing experience.
- → What tools do I need to serve?
Use a large platter, small bowls, tongs, spoons, plates, and napkins for convenient serving and enjoyment.