Save to Pinterest 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. Substitute gluten-free cookies if needed. Add dried fruits for a healthier touch.
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 to Pinterest This candy board brought joy to our family gatherings every holiday season, inspiring smiles from kids and adults alike.
Required Tools
Large board or platter Small bowls (optional, for loose candies) Tongs or small serving spoons
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 Total Fat: 12 g Carbohydrates: 48 g Protein: 3 g
Serving Suggestions
Pair with hot cocoa or festive cocktails for a complete holiday experience.
Save to Pinterest This colorful candy board makes every holiday celebration extra special and easy to enjoy.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What ingredients create the candy avalanche effect?
The effect comes from layering assorted chocolates, truffles, peppermint bark, candy canes, gummies, marshmallows, and cookies overflowing in clusters.
- → Can I include savory elements on the board?
Yes, adding roasted salted nuts and popcorn balances the sweet treats with a savory, crunchy contrast.
- → How should the board be arranged for best presentation?
Start with larger items like cookies and chocolate-covered pretzels as a base, then fill gaps with smaller candies and marshmallows, finishing with decorative sprinkles or gold-foil chocolates.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, all included ingredients align with a vegetarian diet, but always check candy labels for specific allergens.
- → How long does it take to prepare this festive board?
It takes about 20 minutes to assemble, with no cooking required.