Candy Charcuterie Board

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Create a feast for the eyes and the stomach with this colorful Candy Charcuterie Board recipe – a sweet twist on the classic meat and cheese board.

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Ingredients in a Candy Charcuterie Board
What is a Charcuterie Board?
So, What is a Candy Charcuterie Board?
How to Make a Candy Charcuterie Board
More Ideas
Easter Candy Charcuterie Board
Halloween Candy Board
Recipe Tip
Frequently Asked Questions
More Charcuterie Board Ideas
Candy Charcuterie Board Recipe

Some people may say the Charcuterie Board trend is overrated, but not me! I love to put together a bunch of yummy treats and also make it look cute! With a combination of chocolatey and fruity treats, this board is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth. Customize this board to your tastes and make it the centerpiece of your next gathering. My friends and family love munching on this board while chatting, watching movies, or playing games!

Ingredients in a Candy Charcuterie Board

M&M Candies
Jolly Ranchers
Dum Dums
Gummy Bears
Starbursts
Fun Size Candy Bars
Sour Candy Belts
Sour Gummy Worms

a bowl of gummy bears surrounded by lollipops, jolly ranchers, starbursts, and sour ribbons

What is a Charcuterie Board?

Charcuterie boards (pronounced “shar-KOO-tuh-ree”) are a trend that I have seen popping up everywhere! “Charcuterie” is a French term for displaying a variety of cured meats, mostly pork. Originally they included things like salami, prosciutto, and sausages. However, modern charcuterie boards can have any variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies, olives, nuts, and sauces. Typically the boards are arranged in an aesthetically pleasing and abundant fashion. If you want to learn more about how to make a traditional charcuterie board, then check out our post on How to Make the Perfect Charcuterie Board.

So, What is a Candy Charcuterie Board?

Since the idea of charcuterie boards have become so popular, people have taken the idea and run with it! Candy charcuterie boards are arranged in the same smorgasbord style but with all sweets and treats instead of meats and cheeses. They are so fun and you can tailor them to any theme. I chose a Movie Night theme because it is good year round! However, you can make one for Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day, birthday parties – pretty much any occasion. Don’t forget to check out our Halloween Charcuterie Board.

a bowl of M&Ms surrounded by starbursts, sour gummy worms, and chocolates

How to Make a Candy Charcuterie Board

It can be so overwhelming to try and decide what to put on your dessert charcuterie board. So, I would suggest heading to a grocery store with a bulk section. That way, you can get a variety of different types of candies without having to buy a huge bag of each one. Try to choose items with different sizes, textures, colors, shapes, and flavor. I like a little bit of everything – sweet, salty, crunch, creamy, chocolate, fruit, etc.

More Ideas

Need a little more inspo? Here are some items that will be perfect on your next Candy Charcuterie Board:

Jelly Beans
Peach Rings
Swedish Fish
Sour Patch Kids
Fresh Fruit
Oreos
Peanut Butter Cups
Kit Kats
Twix
Snickers
Twizzlers
Popcorn
Chips Ahoy Cookies

Easter Candy Charcuterie Board

Chocolate Bunnies
Cadbury Mini Eggs (everyone’s favorite Easter candy)
Chocolate Eggs
Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs

Halloween Candy Board

Candy Corn
Candy Pumpkins
Candy Bones
Gummy Skulls or Gummy Bugs

Recipe Tip

a wooden board with two small bowls of candy on it

I like to use small bowls for some of the candies to add height and variety to the board. Place the bowls on the board first when building your board.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 3 3 3 3 rule for charcuterie board?

This rule says that you need 3 meats, 3 cheeses, 3 starches, and 3 accompaniments for the perfect board. So, for a candy charcuterie board try 3 chocolate candies, 3 fruity candies, 3 snacks (like pretzels), and 3 fruits!

How do you calculate charcuterie per person?

It really depends on the type of board and whether it is a part of a bigger meal or the only offering. If it is part of a bigger meal, aim for 2-3 ounces of food per person. For candy boards like this one, I try to get enough for every person to have a little serving of each item.

How do you assemble a perfect charcuterie board?

Start with the largest items first, then the medium sized items, then fill in the gaps with the smallest items. Try to arrange the board so nothing that looks too similarly is touching.

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