Winter-themed dessert board featuring chocolates, candies, cookies, fruits, and nuts arranged in a mitten shape.
# 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 possible
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 or platter, outline the shape of a mitten using cookies or a parchment paper template cut to size.
02 - Place chocolates and truffles along the palm and thumb section of the mitten outline.
03 - Scatter peppermint candies and mini marshmallows, concentrating on the cuff area to create a fluffy effect.
04 - Layer shortbread cookies, chocolate-dipped pretzels, and gingerbread cookies to fill the mitten shape, alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
05 - Tuck fresh strawberry halves, seedless grapes, and dried cranberries to add vibrant color and freshness.
06 - Sprinkle candied nuts in small clusters across the board for added crunch.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
