Candy Cane Striped Platter (Printable Version)

A colorful assortment of red and white treats arranged in festive stripes for holiday occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Red Treats

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
02 - 1 cup red raspberries
03 - 1 cup red licorice twists, cut into bite-size pieces
04 - 1 cup red velvet mini cupcakes, store-bought or homemade

→ White Treats

05 - 1 cup mini vanilla meringues
06 - 1 cup white chocolate-covered pretzels
07 - 1 cup coconut macaroons
08 - 1 cup yogurt-covered cranberries

→ Garnishes

09 - 4 to 6 peppermint candy canes, whole or crushed
10 - Fresh mint leaves, optional

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Select a large rectangular or oval platter as the base for arranging the treats.
02 - Place the red treats in diagonal stripes on the platter, spacing them evenly.
03 - Fill the spaces between the red stripes with white treats to create an alternating candy cane pattern.
04 - Insert whole or crushed peppermint candy canes and fresh mint leaves between the treats to add color and festive appeal.
05 - Keep the arrangement chilled until ready to serve and provide small tongs or spoons for easy serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to assemble and visually striking
  • Perfect for holiday celebrations
02 -
  • Mix and match red and white treats according to preference or dietary needs.
  • For a gluten-free platter, ensure all treats are certified gluten-free.
03 -
  • Use fresh, firm fruits to maintain the platter's appeal.
  • Chill the platter to keep treats fresh longer.
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