Candy Cane Dessert Platter (Printable Version)

Colorful peppermint and chocolate treats arranged with fresh berries and mint for festive gatherings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Candy Cane-Inspired Treats

01 - 8 mini candy canes
02 - 8 peppermint meringue kisses
03 - 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods drizzled with white and red chocolate
04 - 12 vanilla macarons with peppermint buttercream
05 - 12 peppermint bark squares

→ Accompaniments

06 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
07 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
08 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

→ Garnish

09 - Crushed candy canes for sprinkling
10 - Fresh mint leaves

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Distribute mini candy canes evenly around the rim of a large serving platter.
02 - Position peppermint meringue kisses and peppermint bark squares in small clusters across different sections of the platter.
03 - Alternate chocolate-dipped pretzel rods and vanilla macarons with peppermint buttercream for visual contrast.
04 - Fill gaps with halved strawberries and mini marshmallows to introduce color and texture variation.
05 - Scatter white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes across the platter to enhance sweetness and crunch.
06 - Add fresh mint leaves to provide a festive aroma and visual freshness.
07 - Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to present.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Festive and colorful presentation
  • Easy to assemble no-bake treats
02 -
  • Swap strawberries for raspberries or add chocolate truffles for extra indulgence
  • Use gluten-free pretzels and macarons for a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Use fresh mint leaves just before serving to keep them vibrant
  • Alternating colors enhances the festive look
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