Save to Pinterest A festive and colorful Halloween-themed snack board inspired by the iconic candy corn, featuring sweet and savory treats arranged in the signature tri-color pattern.
This board has become a staple at our Halloween celebrations each year, delighting guests of all ages with its playful theme and delicious variety.
Ingredients
- Candy & Sweets: 1 cup candy corn, 1 cup white chocolate-covered pretzels, 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup orange gummy candies (e.g., orange slices, peach rings), 1 cup yellow jelly beans or lemon drops
- Savory Snacks: 1 cup white cheddar popcorn, 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes, 1 cup yellow corn tortilla chips
- Fruits: 1 cup orange segments (mandarin or clementine), 1 cup pineapple chunks
- Optional Dips & Extras: 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt or marshmallow dip, 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large round board or platter, lightly outline a triangle or use parchment paper to create the classic candy corn shape (wide base, pointed tip).
- Step 2:
- Beginning at the tip, arrange the white ingredients (mini marshmallows, white chocolate-covered pretzels, white cheddar popcorn) in the top third to form the white section of the candy corn.
- Step 3:
- In the middle third, add the orange ingredients (orange gummies, orange fruit segments, cheddar cheese cubes).
- Step 4:
- At the base, fill the bottom third with yellow items (candy corn, yellow jelly beans, pineapple chunks, corn chips).
- Step 5:
- Fill in any gaps with additional snacks as needed, keeping the color sections distinct for the candy corn effect.
- Step 6:
- Place optional dips in small bowls at the edge of the board for dipping.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, and enjoy your spooky festive snack board!
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around this snack board while telling spooky stories and enjoying the festive colors together.
Required Tools
Large round board or platter, small serving bowls, paring knife (for fruit)
Allergen Information
Contains dairy gluten & soy (from pretzels cheese and some candies). Some candies may contain nuts or be processed in facilities with nuts always check packaging if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 250, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 45 g, Protein 4 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest This spooky snack board is a fun and festive way to celebrate the season with friends and family.
Questions & Answers
- → How do I arrange the candy corn board effectively?
Start by outlining a triangle on your board to mimic candy corn shape. Arrange white snacks at the tip, orange items in the middle, and yellow treats at the base to achieve the tri-color pattern.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary needs?
Yes, to make it vegan-friendly, swap dairy cheeses and candies with plant-based alternatives and choose vegan candies for all sweet sections.
- → What snacks best highlight the white section?
Use mini marshmallows, white chocolate-covered pretzels, and white cheddar popcorn to create the crisp, light top section.
- → Which items work well for the savory elements?
Cheddar cheese cubes, yellow corn tortilla chips, and white cheddar popcorn add savory texture and contrast beautifully with the sweet treats.
- → Are dips necessary for this board?
Dips like vanilla yogurt or caramel sauce add creamy or sweet complements but are optional based on preference.
- → How do I maintain distinct color sections without mixing flavors?
Keep each color section separate on the board, filling gaps carefully without overlapping to ensure visual clarity and flavor separation.