Polar Express Holiday Snack Board (Printable)

A holiday snack board with sweet and savory treats arranged to resemble a Polar Express train journey.

# Components:

→ Sweet Treats

01 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
02 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
03 - 1 cup peppermint bark pieces
04 - 12 chocolate wafer cookies
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
12 - ½ cup baby carrots
13 - ½ cup cucumber slices

→ Decorative & Assembly Elements

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

# Method:

01 - Line up the mini sandwich rolls or croissants on the board to represent train cars.
02 - Place two chocolate wafer cookies under each roll to simulate train wheels.
03 - Position mini pretzel rods or baby carrots beneath the rolls to form train tracks.
04 - Fill each roll with a different snack: cheddar cheese cubes, popcorn, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, chocolate truffles, and peppermint bark pieces.
05 - Place chocolate-covered pretzels and cucumber slices around the board for additional color and texture.
06 - Use mini candy canes as festive smoke emanating from the lead engine roll.
07 - Sprinkle edible gold stars and festive sprinkles over the board if desired.
08 - Present immediately and invite guests to enjoy the assortment by selecting their favorite snacks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and fun for the holidays
  • Combines sweet and savory flavors
02 -
  • Swap in gluten-free pretzels or dairy-free chocolates if needed
  • Pair with hot cocoa or spiced apple cider for the full Polar Express experience
03 -
  • Use mini candy canes as smoke for a festive effect
  • Arrange snacks in colorful groupings for visual appeal
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