Save A festive, eye-catching candy board overflowing with holiday treats—perfect for parties or as a whimsical Christmas centerpiece. Sweet, salty, and colorful, this board appeals to all ages and can be customized with your favorite candies.
Personalize with your favorite candies or themed treats and enjoy a whimsical centerpiece that delights everyone.
Ingredients
- Chocolates & Candies: 1 cup red and green M&Ms, 1 cup assorted holiday chocolate truffles, 1 cup peppermint bark pieces, 1 cup candy canes (mini or crushed), 1 cup gummy bears or holiday gummies, 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels, 1 cup marshmallows (mini or shaped)
- Cookies & Crunchy Treats: 1 cup holiday sugar cookies (mini or cut-out shapes), 1 cup gingerbread men cookies (mini size), 1 cup shortbread cookies
- Savory & Salty Additions (optional for contrast): ½ cup roasted, salted nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews, or pecans), ½ cup popcorn (plain or caramel)
- Decorations: Red and green sprinkles, edible glitter, or gold foil-wrapped chocolate coins (as desired)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the largest items (cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels) as the base layer, creating a sack overflowing effect in one section of the board.
- Step 3:
- Add clusters of chocolates, truffles, and peppermint bark in and around the cookies, letting them spill out from the sack area.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with M&Ms, gummies, and marshmallows for color and texture variation.
- Step 5:
- Add savory or salty items like nuts and popcorn to balance the sweetness, if desired.
- Step 6:
- Finish with candy canes and decorative touches such as sprinkles or gold-foil coins.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, or cover loosely and store in a cool, dry place until serving.
Save A perfect treat to share during holiday gatherings that brings joy and festive cheer to the whole family.
Required Tools
Large board or platter, small bowls (optional, for loose candies), tongs or small serving spoons
Allergen Information
Contains milk, soy, wheat (gluten), tree nuts, and possible peanuts depending on candy selection. Always check individual candy and cookie labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 12 g, Carbohydrates: 48 g, Protein: 3 g per serving (estimate)
Save This candy board brings vibrant holiday spirit with minimal effort and maximum joy.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I customize the candy board?
You can personalize the board by choosing your favorite candies, swapping in gluten-free cookies, or adding dried fruits to suit different tastes.
- → What is the best way to arrange the candies?
Start with larger items like cookies and chocolate-covered pretzels as the base, then layer chocolates and peppermint bark, filling gaps with colorful candies and gummies for texture and color variety.
- → Can I prepare the board in advance?
The board is best served fresh but can be loosely covered and stored in a cool, dry place for a short time before serving.
- → Are there savory elements included?
Yes, roasted salted nuts and popcorn can be added optionally to balance the sweetness and add crunch.
- → What serving tools are recommended?
Use a large board or platter with small bowls for loose candies, along with tongs or small spoons for easy serving.