Elf Snack Trail Mix Board

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This festive snack board features an inviting mix of sweet and savory bites including chocolate candies, yogurt-covered pretzels, roasted nuts, cheese crackers, and dried fruits. Designed for easy assembly, it offers a colorful array of textures and flavors perfect for holiday gatherings or movie nights. Customize with your preferred nuts or sweets for a personalized touch. Serve immediately for a cheerful, shareable snack experience.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:40:00 GMT
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A whimsical and colorful snack board featuring a festive variety of sweet and savory trail mix ingredients perfect for holiday gatherings or movie nights.

This snack board always brings joy to our family celebrations and invites everyone to mix and match their favorite flavors.

Ingredients

  • Sweet Treats: 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms), 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup white chocolate chips, 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
  • Savory Snacks: 1 cup salted mini pretzels, 1 cup roasted salted peanuts (or mixed nuts), 1 cup cheese crackers (such as Goldfish or Cheez-Its), 1 cup popcorn (plain or lightly salted)
  • Dried Fruits: 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup dried apricots chopped, 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • Optional Festive Additions: 1/2 cup holiday-themed gummies, 1/2 cup chocolate-covered pretzel bites

Instructions

Arrange Ingredients:
Arrange all ingredients in small piles or bowls on a large wooden board or platter alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
Mix and Match:
Mix and match different ingredients to create your own festive trail mix combinations.
Serve:
Serve immediately and let guests snack as they please.
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Sharing this mix always creates cheerful moments around our holiday table with loved ones eager to snack and share stories.

Notes

Substitute or add any favorite nuts seeds or candies to suit your preferences. For extra cheer add candy canes or holiday sprinkles. Pairs well with hot chocolate or apple cider.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Small bowls (optional) Measuring cups

Allergen Information

Contains milk (chocolate yogurt chips cheese crackers) peanuts and/or tree nuts wheat (pretzels crackers) and soy (chocolate). May contain other allergens based on specific snack brands used Always check ingredient labels for allergy information.

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This trail mix board is a festive and easy way to celebrate any occasion and delight guests with fun customizable snack options.

Recipe FAQs

What ingredients are included in the snack mix?

The board combines sweet treats like chocolate candies and marshmallows with savory snacks such as salted pretzels, roasted nuts, cheese crackers, popcorn, and dried fruits like cranberries and apricots.

How should the snack mix be arranged?

Arrange ingredients in small piles or bowls on a large board, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal and easy selection.

Can the snack mix be customized?

Yes, you can substitute or add favorite nuts, seeds, or candies to suit preferences, or make it nut-free using chickpeas or sunflower seeds.

What occasions suit this snack board?

It's ideal for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or any casual get-together where guests can graze on a variety of sweet and savory bites.

Are there any allergen considerations?

The mix contains milk, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, and soy depending on ingredient brands. Always check labels to accommodate allergies.

How long does it take to prepare this snack board?

Preparation is quick and simple, taking about 15 minutes with no cooking required.

Elf Snack Trail Mix Board

A vibrant assortment of sweet and salty snacks arranged for festive gatherings or casual treats.

Prep Time
15 min
0
Overall Time
15 min
Author Lena Foster


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Portions

Dietary details Vegetarian

What You'll Need

Sweet Treats

01 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms)
02 1 cup mini marshmallows
03 1 cup white chocolate chips
04 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels

Savory Snacks

01 1 cup salted mini pretzels
02 1 cup roasted, salted peanuts or mixed nuts
03 1 cup cheese crackers (e.g., Goldfish or Cheez-Its)
04 1 cup plain or lightly salted popcorn

Dried Fruits

01 ½ cup dried cranberries
02 ½ cup chopped dried apricots
03 ½ cup golden raisins

Optional Festive Additions

01 ½ cup holiday-themed gummies
02 ½ cup chocolate-covered pretzel bites

Directions

Instruction 01

Arrange Ingredients: Place each ingredient in small piles or bowls on a large serving board or platter, alternating colors and textures to enhance visual appeal.

Instruction 02

Create Trail Mix: Combine selected ingredients to craft your own festive trail mix blends as desired.

Instruction 03

Serve: Offer immediately, allowing guests to snack freely.

Tools Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls (optional)
  • Measuring cups

Allergy Notes

Review each component for possible allergens. If you aren't sure, ask a health pro.
  • Contains milk (in chocolate, yogurt chips, and cheese crackers), peanuts and/or tree nuts, wheat (in pretzels and crackers), and soy (in chocolate). Check labels for other possible allergens.

Nutrition Info (per portion)

This nutrition data is just for your information—always check with a healthcare provider if needed.
  • Energy: 340
  • Fats: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Proteins: 5 g