Winter-inspired mitten-shaped board with chocolates, candies, cookies, fruits & nuts for festive cozy moments.
# 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 available
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 preferred)
# How to Make It:
01 - Using cookies or parchment paper, create the outline of a mitten on a large serving board.
02 - Place milk chocolate squares and dark chocolate truffles along the palm and thumb sections of the mitten shape.
03 - Distribute peppermint candies, gummy bears, chocolate-covered caramels, and mini marshmallows, concentrating on the cuff area for a fluffy, festive look.
04 - Fill out the mitten shape by layering shortbread cookies, gingerbread mittens, and chocolate-dipped pretzel rods, alternating colors and textures for visual interest.
05 - Nestle halved strawberries, seedless grapes, and dried cranberries within the layout to add freshness and contrast.
06 - Sprinkle small clusters of candied pecans or almonds throughout the board for added crunch.
07 - Present immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving time.
