Dessert Boards with Themed Snacks (Printable)

A vibrant platter of sweet treats, snacks, and fruits designed for festive gatherings and easy customization.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookies & Baked Treats

01 - 12 holiday or themed sugar cookies
02 - 8 brownie bites or mini cupcakes
03 - 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods

→ Chocolates & Candies

04 - 1 cup assorted chocolates, such as truffles and wrapped candies
05 - 1 cup holiday or team-colored candy-coated chocolates, e.g., M&Ms

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes
08 - 1 cup apple slices, tossed with lemon juice

→ Dips & Spreads

09 - 1 cup chocolate fondue or hazelnut spread
10 - 1 cup marshmallow fluff or vanilla yogurt dip

→ Themed Snacks & Extras

11 - 1 cup popcorn, drizzled with white chocolate or colored sprinkles
12 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
13 - 1/2 cup festive sprinkles or edible glitter, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray and place it in your workspace.
02 - Arrange small bowls or ramekins on the board for chocolate fondue, spreads, and loose candy.
03 - Position sugar cookies, brownie bites, and cupcakes in grouped sections across the board.
04 - Fill the remaining spaces with assorted chocolates, candy-coated chocolates, pretzel rods, popcorn, and mini marshmallows.
05 - Fan out strawberries, grapes, and apple slices in separate, colorful sections to enhance presentation.
06 - Sprinkle festive edible glitter or sprinkles over the board and fill any empty spots with additional snacks or garnishes.
07 - Provide serving utensils such as small tongs, spoons, plates, and napkins. Serve immediately.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to assemble so you spend more time celebrating
  • Perfect for holidays game nights birthdays and more
  • Flexible for dietary needs swap items to make it gluten free or vegan
  • A feast for the eyes and the taste buds with every color and texture
02 -
  • This board is vegetarian and easily adapted for vegan or gluten free diets
  • Customizable for any holiday or special event themed snacks set the mood
  • High in carbohydrates for energy perfect for parties and kids activities
03 -
  • Avoid placing fresh fruit directly on the cookies or candies to keep flavors distinct
  • Use parchment paper under sticky dips and spreads for easier cleanup
  • I found arranging by color and texture is the secret to a truly showstopping board

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