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.
This candy board brings joy and fun to our holiday gatherings every year.
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 This candy board has become a highlight during our holiday family parties when everyone adds their favorites.
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 Customize this board endlessly to match your holiday spirit and delight your guests.
Recipe FAQ
- → What types of candies work best for this board?
A variety of chocolates, peppermint bark, candy canes, gummies, and chocolate-covered pretzels create a vibrant mix of textures and flavors.
- → Can I include savory items?
Yes, adding roasted salted nuts and popcorn adds a pleasant salty contrast to balance the sweetness.
- → How should I arrange the candies and cookies?
Start with larger cookies and pretzels as a base, then layer clusters of chocolates and peppermint bark. Fill gaps with smaller items like M&Ms and marshmallows for color and texture.
- → How long before serving can I prepare the board?
It can be prepared shortly before serving or covered loosely and stored in a cool, dry place for several hours without losing freshness.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Yes, substitute gluten-free cookies to accommodate dietary restrictions without sacrificing flavor.