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.
Personalize with your favorite candies or themed treats. Substitute gluten-free cookies if needed. Add dried fruits for a healthier touch. Pair with hot cocoa or festive cocktails.
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 Family and friends will enjoy this colorful, festive board as a centerpiece and a treat during holiday gatherings.
Required Tools
Large board or platter. Small bowls (optional, for loose candies). Tongs or small serving spoons.
Notes
Personalize with your favorite candies or themed treats. Substitute gluten-free cookies if needed. Add dried fruits for a healthier touch. Pair with hot cocoa or festive cocktails.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320. Total Fat: 12 g. Carbohydrates: 48 g. Protein: 3 g per serving (estimate).
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This candy avalanche board elevates your holiday celebrations with minimal effort and maximum cheer.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the candy board effectively?
Start by placing larger cookies and chocolate-covered pretzels as a base. Then add clusters of truffles, peppermint bark, and candy canes, filling gaps with colorful gummies and marshmallows for variation.
- → Can I customize this board with different treats?
Absolutely! Feel free to swap candies or cookies to match preferences or dietary needs, such as gluten-free options or dried fruits for added texture.
- → How long does the board stay fresh?
Cover the board loosely and store it in a cool, dry place. Best served within a day for optimal freshness and texture.
- → What savory elements work well here?
Lightly roasted and salted nuts or caramel popcorn add a pleasant salty contrast that balances the sweetness on the board.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
The board may contain milk, soy, gluten, tree nuts, and possibly peanuts depending on chosen candies and cookies. Always check labels carefully.