Polar Express Train Treat Board (Printable version)

Whimsical board combining sweet and savory snacks arranged like a magical holiday train.

# What you 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)

# How to Make It:

01 - Line up the mini sandwich rolls or croissants on the board to form the train cars.
02 - Place two chocolate wafer cookies under each roll to represent the train wheels.
03 - Position mini pretzel rods or baby carrots beneath the rolls as the train tracks.
04 - Fill each train car with a different snack including cheddar cheese cubes, popcorn, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, chocolate truffles, and peppermint bark.
05 - Place chocolate-covered pretzels and cucumber slices around the board for color and texture.
06 - Use mini candy canes as smoke coming out of the lead engine roll and sprinkle edible gold stars and festive sprinkles if desired.
07 - Serve immediately, encouraging guests to select their favorite snacks from the train.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and fun snack arrangement
  • Includes both 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 -
  • Use colorful M&Ms for visual appeal
  • Arrange snacks ahead for easy assembly
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