Cozy Mitten Dessert Board (Printable)

Winter-themed mitten board with chocolates, candies, cookies, and festive treats for sharing and celebration.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolates

01 - 3.5 oz milk chocolate squares
02 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate truffles
03 - 1.75 oz white chocolate bark, broken into pieces

→ Candies

04 - 3.5 oz peppermint candies
05 - 2.6 oz gummy bears
06 - 2.6 oz chocolate-covered caramels
07 - 1.75 oz mini marshmallows
08 - 1.75 oz red and green candy-coated chocolates (e.g., M&Ms)

→ Cookies & Biscuits

09 - 8 shortbread cookies
10 - 8 gingerbread cookies, mitten-shaped if available
11 - 8 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods

→ Fruits & Extras

12 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
13 - 1 cup seedless grapes
14 - 0.5 cup dried cranberries
15 - 0.5 cup candied nuts (pecans or almonds)

# Directions:

01 - On a large serving board, sketch the outline of a mitten using cookies or a parchment paper cutout.
02 - Arrange the milk chocolate squares and dark chocolate truffles along the palm and thumb sections of the mitten.
03 - Scatter peppermint candies and mini marshmallows across the cuff area to create a fluffy texture.
04 - Layer shortbread, gingerbread, and chocolate-dipped pretzel rods to fill out the mitten shape, alternating colors and textures for visual interest.
05 - Nestle halved strawberries, grapes, and dried cranberries within the arrangement to enhance color and freshness.
06 - Sprinkle candied nuts in small sections to provide crunchy accents throughout.
07 - Serve the board immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Charming winter-inspired presentation
  • Assortment of festive snacks for variety
02 -
  • For extra flair dust with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
  • Swap in your favorite seasonal candies or cookies.
03 -
  • Use a large sturdy board to arrange your dessert for easy transport.
  • Choose a variety of textures and colors to keep the board visually appealing.
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