Winter-inspired mitten-shaped dessert board with chocolates, candies, cookies, and fresh fruits arranged for festive moments.
# What's Needed:
→ 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 - ½ cup dried cranberries
15 - ½ cup candied nuts (pecans or almonds)
# How To Make It:
01 - Use cookies or a sheet of parchment paper cut to size to outline a mitten shape on a large platter or board.
02 - Place the chocolates and truffles along the palm and thumb areas of the mitten shape.
03 - Scatter candies and mini marshmallows throughout, focusing on the cuff region for a fluffy effect.
04 - Layer shortbread cookies, gingerbread cookies, and chocolate-dipped pretzel rods to fill out the mitten shape, alternating colors and textures for visual interest.
05 - Nestle fresh strawberries, grapes, and dried cranberries within the arrangement to introduce color and freshness.
06 - Sprinkle candied nuts in small clusters throughout for added crunch.
07 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
