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.
I first made a dessert board for a holiday party and guests loved choosing their favorite treats. Everyone was wowed by the colors and variety—it became the centerpiece of our celebration.
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 Your Board:
- Pick a large wooden board, platter, or tray as your base.
- Prepare Dips & Candies:
- Place bowls or ramekins on the board for dips, spreads, and loose candies.
- Arrange Baked Treats:
- Position cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in small groups around the board.
- Fill with Chocolates & Candies:
- Fill empty spaces with chocolates, candies, and themed treats.
- Add Fresh Fruits:
- Fan out strawberries, grapes, and apple slices in colorful sections for visual appeal.
- Extras & Garnishes:
- Add popcorn, mini marshmallows, and festive sprinkles or edible glitter to fill any gaps and for a finishing touch.
- Serve:
- Present the board immediately to guests, with small tongs, spoons, and napkins.
Save to Pinterest Our whole family gets involved in arranging the treats on the board. The kids pick their favorites and sprinkle extra glitter for special occasions.
Required Tools
You'll need a large serving board or tray, small bowls or ramekins for dips, spoons or tongs for serving, and small plates and napkins.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, milk, egg, soy, and possibly nuts depending on treat selection. Adapt for allergies by choosing safe alternatives.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 350, Total Fat 15 g, Carbohydrates 50 g, Protein 4 g.
Save to Pinterest A themed dessert board is always a hit at parties—try new combinations and let everyone build their perfect sweet plate!
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → How can I customize the dessert board for different occasions?
Select themed cookies, candies, and sprinkles that match the event, such as holiday colors or team logos, to personalize your board.
- → What fresh fruits work best for sweet boards?
Strawberries, grapes, and apple slices are ideal. Be sure to toss apples with lemon juice and arrange fruits for color variety.
- → Can I include allergy-friendly options?
Swap in gluten-free or vegan treats and double-check ingredient labels. Nuts and cheese can be added or omitted as needed.
- → What dips pair well with assorted snacks?
Chocolate fondue, hazelnut spread, and marshmallow fluff are classic choices, adding richness to fruits and baked goods.
- → How do I arrange the board for visual appeal?
Organize treats in small clusters, fan out colorful fruits, and use festive garnishes. Fill spaces evenly for balance and variety.
- → What beverages complement the snack board?
Pair with hot chocolate, coffee, sparkling wine, or fruit punch to suit both adults and children at your gathering.