Santas Sack Candy Avalanche (Print View)

A colorful, festive board piled high with sweet and salty holiday treats for joyful occasions.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chocolates & Candies

01 - 1 cup red and green M&Ms
02 - 1 cup assorted holiday chocolate truffles
03 - 1 cup peppermint bark pieces
04 - 1 cup candy canes, mini or crushed
05 - 1 cup gummy bears or holiday gummies
06 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
07 - 1 cup mini or shaped marshmallows

→ Cookies & Crunchy Treats

08 - 1 cup holiday sugar cookies, mini or cut-out shapes
09 - 1 cup mini gingerbread men cookies
10 - 1 cup shortbread cookies

→ Savory & Salty Additions (optional for contrast)

11 - ½ cup roasted salted nuts such as almonds, cashews, or pecans
12 - ½ cup plain or caramel popcorn

→ Decorations

13 - Red and green sprinkles, edible glitter, or gold foil-wrapped chocolate coins as desired

# Directions:

01 - Select a large wooden board, platter, or tray to serve as the display surface.
02 - Place the largest items, such as cookies and chocolate-covered pretzels, in one section to create a sack overflowing appearance.
03 - Distribute assorted chocolate truffles and peppermint bark pieces around and nestled among the base layer items.
04 - Scatter M&Ms, gummies, and marshmallows into remaining spaces for color and texture contrast.
05 - Add roasted nuts and popcorn optionally to balance sweetness and add crunch.
06 - Top with candy canes and embellish with sprinkles, edible glitter, or gold foil-wrapped coins as desired.
07 - Serve immediately or cover loosely and store in a cool, dry place until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Sweet, salty, and colorful
  • Can be customized with your favorite candies
02 -
  • Contains milk, soy, wheat (gluten), tree nuts, and possible peanuts depending on candy selection
  • Always check individual candy and cookie labels for allergens
03 -
  • Substitute gluten-free cookies to accommodate dietary needs
  • Add dried fruits for a healthier touch
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