Red and White Candy Stripe (Printable version)

An easy-to-assemble board featuring red and white candies with fresh strawberry highlights.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Candies

01 - 7 oz peppermint candy canes
02 - 5.3 oz red licorice twists
03 - 5.3 oz strawberry marshmallows
04 - 4.2 oz raspberry jelly beans
05 - 3.5 oz white chocolate-covered pretzels
06 - 3.5 oz red and white striped hard candies
07 - 2.8 oz red gummy bears
08 - 2.8 oz white chocolate truffles

→ Fresh Elements

09 - 5.3 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
10 - 1 small bowl vanilla yogurt dip (optional)

→ Decorative & Serving

11 - Edible glitter or gold leaf (optional, for accent)
12 - Mini serving tongs or spoons

# Directions:

01 - Line a large serving board or platter with parchment paper if desired for easy clean-up.
02 - Arrange the peppermint candy canes in a visually appealing stripe or fan pattern along one side.
03 - Place the red licorice twists and strawberry marshmallows in alternating lines to produce a striped effect.
04 - Fill small bowls or board sections with raspberry jelly beans, red gummy bears, and striped hard candies.
05 - Distribute clusters of white chocolate-covered pretzels and truffles evenly across the board.
06 - Scatter fresh strawberries in the open spaces to add natural color and freshness.
07 - Place the vanilla yogurt dip in a small bowl and position it on the board for dipping marshmallows and strawberries.
08 - Optionally sprinkle edible glitter or gold leaf over the arrangement to add festive sparkle.
09 - Place mini serving tongs or spoons nearby for easy sharing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble for a quick festive treat
  • Colorful and visually appealing for any celebration
02 -
  • For a gluten-free board ensure all candies and pretzels are certified gluten-free
  • Pairs well with sparkling cider hot chocolate or a glass of Prosecco for adults
03 -
  • Use parchment paper to make cleanup easier and prevent sticking
  • Add edible glitter sparingly for an elegant touch without overpowering flavors
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