Festive Red White Snack Board

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This vibrant snack board showcases a festive palette of red and white bites, combining creamy cheeses, fresh fruits, and sweet accents arranged in a candy cane shape. It’s perfect for easy entertaining during the holidays, offering a balanced mix of flavors and textures. The board is garnished with refreshing mint and paired with a sweet-spicy dip to elevate the tasting experience. Quick to assemble and visually striking, it invites guests to enjoy a variety of delicious bites all at once.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:56:00 GMT
Festive Red and White Candy Cane Snack Board, offering sweet and savory holiday flavors for easy sharing. Save to Pinterest
Festive Red and White Candy Cane Snack Board, offering sweet and savory holiday flavors for easy sharing. | savoringli.com

A vibrant, eye-catching snack board featuring sweet and savory bites in festive red and white hues, perfect for holiday gatherings.

This snack board brings joy to every holiday party with its delightful mix of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 150 g brie cheese, sliced, 150 g mozzarella balls (bocconcini) drained, 100 g cream cheese (for dip) softened
  • Fruits: 1 cup strawberries halved, 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • Sweets: 8 mini candy canes, 1/2 cup white chocolate bark broken into pieces, 1/2 cup red licorice twists, 1/2 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
  • Crackers & Bread: 1 cup round water crackers, 1 cup thinly sliced baguette rounds
  • Garnishes & Dips: 1/4 cup red pepper jelly, Fresh mint leaves (optional for decoration)

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange the brie slices and mozzarella balls in a candy cane shape on a large serving board alternating colors for visual effect.
Step 2:
Place strawberries raspberries and cherry tomatoes along the cheese outline to enhance the red and white pattern.
Step 3:
Fill in gaps with mini candy canes white chocolate bark red licorice and yogurt-covered pretzels distributing them evenly.
Step 4:
Neatly fan crackers and baguette rounds around the edge of the board.
Step 5:
Place cream cheese in a small bowl and swirl with red pepper jelly to create a festive dip set the bowl on the board.
Step 6:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and aroma.
Step 7:
Serve immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.
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A beautiful, close-up shot of the Festive Red and White Candy Cane Snack Board ready to serve. | savoringli.com

A cherished snack board that brings everyone together to celebrate the season.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter small bowls for dips cheese knife serving tongs or toothpicks

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (brie mozzarella cream cheese yogurt pretzels white chocolate) Contains wheat/gluten (crackers baguette) Some candies may contain soy or traces of nuts check labels if necessary

Nutritional Information

Calories 280 Total Fat 14 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 8 g

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Get ready to enjoy this stunning Festive Red and White Candy Cane Snack Board at your next party! | savoringli.com

This festive snack board is sure to impress your guests and make your holiday gathering memorable.

Recipe Questions & Answers

How do I arrange the snack board attractively?

Arrange cheeses and fruits alternately in a candy cane shape, filling gaps with sweets and crackers for visual appeal and flavor balance.

Can I make substitutions for dietary preferences?

Yes, replace brie with goat cheese or feta for tanginess, and add cured meats for non-vegetarian options.

What is the best dip to serve with this board?

A mix of cream cheese and red pepper jelly creates a sweet and tangy dip that complements the flavors well.

How long can I prepare this snack board in advance?

Because it features fresh ingredients, it’s best assembled just before serving to maintain freshness and presentation.

What drinks pair well with this festive snack board?

Sparklings like wine or cranberry punch match perfectly with the sweet and savory flavors on the board.

Festive Red White Snack Board

A vibrant board with red and white sweets, cheeses, fruits, and crackers for festive snacking.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Time to Cook
1 minutes
Overall Time
21 minutes
Created by savoringli Lila Anderson


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American Holiday

Makes 8 Serving Size

Diet Details Vegetarian-Friendly

Ingredient List

Cheeses

01 5.3 oz brie cheese, sliced
02 5.3 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
03 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened

Fruits

01 1 cup strawberries, halved
02 1 cup raspberries
03 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Sweets

01 8 mini candy canes
02 ½ cup white chocolate bark, broken into pieces
03 ½ cup red licorice twists
04 ½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels

Crackers & Bread

01 1 cup round water crackers
02 1 cup thinly sliced baguette rounds

Garnishes & Dips

01 ¼ cup red pepper jelly
02 Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 01

Form cheese outline: Arrange the brie slices and mozzarella balls in a candy cane shape on a large serving board, alternating colors for visual appeal.

Step 02

Add fruit accents: Place strawberries, raspberries, and cherry tomatoes along the cheese outline to enhance the red and white pattern.

Step 03

Incorporate sweets: Fill empty spaces with mini candy canes, white chocolate bark, red licorice, and yogurt-covered pretzels, distributing evenly.

Step 04

Arrange crackers and bread: Fan water crackers and baguette rounds neatly around the perimeter of the board.

Step 05

Prepare dip: Combine cream cheese with red pepper jelly in a small bowl, swirl together to create a festive dip, and place on the board.

Step 06

Garnish: Decorate with fresh mint leaves for added color and fragrance.

Step 07

Serve: Present immediately and encourage guests to mix and match flavors.

Equipment Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls for dips
  • Cheese knife
  • Serving tongs or toothpicks

Allergy Info

Review every ingredient for allergens. If unsure, check with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains dairy from brie, mozzarella, cream cheese, yogurt-covered pretzels, and white chocolate.
  • Contains gluten from crackers and baguette slices.
  • Some candies may contain soy or traces of nuts; check labels if needed.

Nutrition Info (per portion)

Serves for general info – not a replacement for professional advice.
  • Calorie Count: 280
  • Fats: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Proteins: 8 g