Save to Pinterest A festive and eye-catching dessert board featuring an array of red and white candies and sweet treats, perfect for holiday gatherings or celebratory occasions.
This sweet board quickly became a favorite at my holiday parties offering both color and flavor for everyone to enjoy
Ingredients
- Candies: 200 g peppermint candy canes , 150 g red licorice twists , 150 g strawberry marshmallows , 120 g raspberry jelly beans , 100 g white chocolate-covered pretzels , 100 g red and white striped hard candies , 80 g red gummy bears , 80 g white chocolate truffles
- Fresh Elements: 150 g fresh strawberries hulled and halved , 1 small bowl vanilla yogurt dip (optional)
- Decorative & Serving: Edible glitter or gold leaf (optional for accent) , Mini serving tongs or spoons
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a large serving board or platter with parchment paper if desired for easy clean-up.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the peppermint candy canes in a visually appealing stripe or fan pattern along one side.
- Step 3:
- Place the red licorice twists and strawberry marshmallows in alternating lines to create a striped effect.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls or sections of the board with raspberry jelly beans , red gummy bears , and striped hard candies.
- Step 5:
- Add clusters of white chocolate-covered pretzels and truffles throughout the board.
- Step 6:
- Scatter fresh strawberries in open spaces for a pop of natural color and freshness.
- Step 7:
- Place the vanilla yogurt dip in a small bowl and set on the board for dipping marshmallows and strawberries.
- Step 8:
- Optionally sprinkle edible glitter or gold leaf for festive sparkle.
- Step 9:
- Provide mini serving tongs or spoons for easy sharing.
Save to Pinterest This board is always a hit bringing my family together for sweet cherished moments
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter , small bowls for dips or loose candies , mini tongs or spoons
Allergen Information
Contains milk (white chocolate yogurt dip) gluten (pretzels some candies) possible traces of nuts (depending on specific candy brands) Always check individual ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 240 , Total Fat 6 g , Carbohydrates 46 g , Protein 2 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This candy stripe board adds a festive and colorful touch to any celebration
Common Recipe Questions
- → How should I arrange the candies for the best visual effect?
Place peppermint canes in fan patterns on one side, alternate licorice twists with marshmallows for stripes, and group jelly beans and gummy bears in small sections to emphasize color contrasts.
- → Can fresh fruit be substituted or omitted?
Fresh strawberries are recommended to add natural freshness and color, but raspberries or other red fruits can be used as alternatives.
- → What serving tools are ideal for this board?
Mini tongs or small spoons work well to allow guests to easily pick candies and fruits without touching others.
- → Are there options to enhance the board's festive look?
Edible glitter or gold leaf can be sprinkled sparingly for sparkle, enhancing the holiday theme without overwhelming flavors.
- → How can dietary restrictions like gluten intolerance be accommodated?
Ensure candies and pretzels used are certified gluten-free and check ingredient labels carefully to avoid allergen risks.