Pin It 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.
When I first made a dessert board for a family game night, everyone was excited to choose their favorite treats. It quickly became our go-to for gatherings because we could switch up the snacks 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, ½ cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Board:
- Choose a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Set Bowls:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and candies.
- Arrange Treats:
- Arrange cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Add Chocolates & Snacks:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Arrange Fresh Fruits:
- Fan out fresh fruits in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Fill Gaps:
- Add popcorn, marshmallows, and extra garnishes to fill any gaps.
- Final Touch:
- 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 It My kids love helping to choose and arrange their favorite treats. Sharing the final board with family and friends always brings extra smiles and laughter to any gathering.
Required Tools
Use a large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins for dips, spoons and tongs for serving, and have plenty of small plates and napkins ready.
Allergen Information
This board may contain wheat, milk, egg, soy, and nuts. Be sure to adapt with allergy-friendly snacks if needed.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides approximately 350 calories, 15 g total fat, 50 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Pin It This festive dessert board guarantees a sweet, memorable centerpiece for your next party. Serve with hot chocolate or sparkling wine for extra fun.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I choose the best snacks for my board?
Select treats that offer variety in flavors, textures, and colors. Mix cookies, brownies, candies, and fruits for visual and taste appeal.
- → Can I make this dessert board ahead of time?
It’s best to assemble the board just before serving to keep treats fresh and fruits vibrant. Prep components ahead for quick arrangement.
- → What dips work well with themed boards?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, marshmallow fluff, or flavored yogurt are excellent options. Match dips to themed snacks and fruits.
- → How do I adapt for food allergies?
Choose gluten-free, nut-free, or vegan alternatives. Read ingredient labels and separate potential allergens. Personalize treats for safety.
- → Which serving tools should I use?
Small tongs, spoons, bowls, and napkins help guests serve themselves easily without mess. Arrange utensils near each treat section.
- → Can I add savory items to the board?
Yes! Include cheese, nuts, or even salty snacks for balance. Blend with sweet elements for diverse flavor combinations.