Polar Express Train Treat Board (Printable Version)

Holiday snack board featuring sweet and savory treats arranged like a magical train for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sweet Treats

01 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
02 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
03 - 1 cup peppermint bark pieces
04 - 12 chocolate wafer cookies (for train wheels)
05 - 8 mini candy canes
06 - 8 chocolate truffles
07 - 1 cup red and green M&Ms

→ Savory Snacks

08 - 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes
09 - 1 cup mini pretzel rods
10 - 1 cup popcorn
11 - 8 mini sandwich rolls or croissants (for train cars)
12 - 1/2 cup baby carrots
13 - 1/2 cup cucumber slices

→ Decorative & Assembly Elements

14 - 1 rectangular wooden board or platter
15 - Assorted festive sprinkles (optional)
16 - Edible gold stars (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Arrange the mini sandwich rolls or croissants in a straight line on the wooden board to form the train cars.
02 - Place two chocolate wafer cookies underneath each roll to resemble train wheels.
03 - Lay mini pretzel rods or baby carrots beneath the train cars to represent the tracks.
04 - Fill each roll with one type of snack: cheddar cheese cubes, popcorn, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, chocolate truffles, or peppermint bark.
05 - Distribute chocolate-covered pretzels and cucumber slices around the board for added color and texture.
06 - Position mini candy canes upright on the lead engine roll to mimic smoke rising.
07 - Sprinkle edible gold stars and festive sprinkles over the display as desired for decoration.
08 - Present the assembled board immediately and invite guests to select their favorite treats.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Whimsical holiday theme
  • Sweet and savory options
02 -
  • Swap in gluten-free pretzels or dairy-free chocolates if needed
  • For a more savory board, add deli meats or olives
03 -
  • Arrange snacks by color for a more festive look
  • Chill perishable items until ready to serve
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