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 made a dessert board, it became the highlight of our game night. Everyone enjoyed choosing their favorites and sampling a little bit of everything.
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 Bowls for Dips:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Add Cookies & Baked Treats:
- Arrange cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Arrange Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Display Fresh Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Add Themed Snacks & Garnishes:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes to fill any gaps.
- Finish and Serve:
- Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles over the board for a finishing touch. Serve immediately, providing small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests.
Save Kids love helping to arrange the treats on the board, and it's become our go-to for a family movie night celebration.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins, spoons/tongs for serving, small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts depending on treats chosen. Always check ingredient labels for allergens if unsure. Adapt with allergy-friendly alternatives as needed.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 350, Total Fat: 15 g, Carbohydrates: 50 g, Protein: 4 g
Save Your dessert board is sure to impress guests and make any gathering deliciously memorable.
Cooking Guide
- → How can I customize the board for different holidays?
Swap in themed cookies, candies, and sprinkles that match your celebration. Change colors and treats to fit any occasion.
- → Can I include allergen-free treats?
Absolutely! Choose gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options for cookies, candies, and dips, and always check ingredient labels.
- → What dips pair best with this board?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, vanilla yogurt, and marshmallow fluff work well. Offer both chocolate and creamy options.
- → How far in advance can I prepare the board?
Arrange most treats ahead, but add fresh fruit and popcorn just before serving to ensure freshness and texture.
- → What are good beverage pairings?
Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, or sparkling wine complement the sweet treats nicely and add to the festive atmosphere.
- → How should I serve the board at parties?
Provide small tongs, spoons, and napkins for guests. Arrange treats for easy access and refill bowls during the event.