Elf Snack Trail Mix Board

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This vibrant trail mix board combines red and green chocolate candies, mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and yogurt-covered pretzels alongside salted nuts, cheese crackers, and popcorn. Dried cranberries, apricots, and golden raisins add natural sweetness, enhanced by optional festive gummies and chocolate-covered pretzels. Simply arrange on a serving board to create a colorful, textured spread ideal for holiday parties or casual get-togethers. Adapt nut-free or add candies as desired, pairing wonderfully with hot chocolate or cider.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:21:00 GMT
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A whimsical and colorful snack board featuring a festive variety of sweet and savory trail mix ingredients perfect for holiday gatherings or movie nights.

This snack board always brightens our holiday celebrations and is a hit with guests of all ages.

Ingredients

  • Sweet Treats: 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms) 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 cup white chocolate chips 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
  • Savory Snacks: 1 cup salted mini pretzels 1 cup roasted salted peanuts (or mixed nuts) 1 cup cheese crackers (such as Goldfish or Cheez-Its) 1 cup popcorn (plain or lightly salted)
  • Dried Fruits: 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup dried apricots chopped 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • Optional Festive Additions: 1/2 cup holiday-themed gummies 1/2 cup chocolate-covered pretzel bites

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange all ingredients in small piles or bowls on a large wooden board or platter alternating colors and textures for visual appeal.
Step 2:
Mix and match different ingredients to create your own festive trail mix combinations.
Step 3:
Serve immediately and let guests snack as they please.
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Gathering around this trail mix board always creates joyful family moments during holidays and movie nights.

Notes

Substitute or add any favorite nuts seeds or candies to suit your preferences For a nut-free version use roasted chickpeas or sunflower seeds instead of nuts For extra cheer add candy canes or holiday sprinkles Pairs well with hot chocolate or apple cider.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Small bowls optional Measuring cups

Allergen Information

Contains milk chocolate yogurt chips cheese crackers peanuts and/or tree nuts wheat pretzels crackers and soy chocolate May contain other allergens based on specific snack brands Always check ingredient labels for allergy information.

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A quick and easy snack board that brings festive cheer and satisfies both sweet and savory cravings.

Frequently Asked Recipe Questions

What ingredients are included in the snack board?

The board features a mix of sweet elements like chocolate candies, marshmallows, and white chocolate chips, plus savory snacks such as salted nuts, pretzels, cheese crackers, and popcorn, along with dried fruits and optional festive candies.

How should the ingredients be arranged?

Arrange small piles or bowls of each snack on a large wooden board or platter, alternating colors and textures to create visual appeal and easy access.

Can this mix be adapted for nut allergies?

Yes, substitute nuts with roasted chickpeas or sunflower seeds to keep it nut-free while maintaining crunch and flavor.

What occasions suit this snack board?

This vibrant mix is perfect for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or casual entertaining where guests can casually enjoy a variety of flavors.

Are there suggestions for pairing beverages?

It pairs nicely with warm drinks like hot chocolate or apple cider to complement the sweet and savory notes.

How long does preparation take?

Preparation takes about 15 minutes with no cooking required, making it a quick and easy option for festive snacking.

Elf Snack Trail Mix Board

A festive board featuring sweet, savory, and dried treats perfect for sharing and snacking.

Prep Duration
15 min
Time to Cook
1 min
Overall Time
16 min
Created by Julia Harris


Level of Challenge Easy

Cuisine Type American

Servings Made 8 Number of Portions

Dietary Details Vegetarian-Friendly

What You'll Need

Sweet Treats

01 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms)
02 1 cup mini marshmallows
03 1 cup white chocolate chips
04 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels

Savory Snacks

01 1 cup salted mini pretzels
02 1 cup roasted, salted peanuts or mixed nuts
03 1 cup cheese crackers (e.g., Goldfish, Cheez-Its)
04 1 cup plain or lightly salted popcorn

Dried Fruits

01 1/2 cup dried cranberries
02 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
03 1/2 cup golden raisins

Optional Festive Additions

01 1/2 cup holiday-themed gummies
02 1/2 cup chocolate-covered pretzel bites

Method

Step 01

Arrange Ingredients: Place each ingredient in small piles or bowls on a large serving board or platter, alternating colors and textures for an appealing presentation.

Step 02

Create Trail Mix Combos: Combine different ingredients as desired to form personalized festive trail mix blends.

Step 03

Serve: Offer immediately for guests to enjoy at their leisure.

Kitchen Tools Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls (optional)
  • Measuring cups

Allergen Details

Review every ingredient for allergens and reach out to a professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains milk (chocolate, yogurt chips, cheese crackers), peanuts and/or tree nuts, wheat (pretzels, crackers), and soy (chocolate).
  • May contain additional allergens depending on specific snack brands; verify labels carefully.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Nutrition info is for reference purposes only and isn't medical advice.
  • Energy (Calories): 340
  • Fats: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Proteins: 5 g