Candy Land Gingerbread Path

A whimsical dessert board inspired by the classic Candy Land game, featuring gingerbread paths, colorful candies, and sweet treats for a playful festive presentation.

This dessert board brings a fun nostalgic vibe to any holiday gathering, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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• Gingerbread Path: 12–16 gingerbread cookies (homemade or store-bought, rectangular or plank-shaped)
• Candy Land Sweets: 1 cup assorted gumdrops, 1 cup jelly beans, 1 cup mini marshmallows, ½ cup chocolate coins, ½ cup candy canes (mini unwrapped), ½ cup licorice twists cut into pieces, ½ cup chocolate-covered pretzels, ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
• Additional Treats: ½ cup frosted animal crackers, ½ cup sugar cookies small shapes, ½ cup white chocolate bark broken into pieces
• Dips & Extras: ½ cup vanilla frosting (for dipping or glue), ¼ cup melted chocolate (optional for dipping)

Instructions

Step 1:

Arrange the gingerbread cookies in a winding path on a large serving board or platter mimicking the Candy Land boards trail.

Step 2:

Surround the gingerbread path with clusters of colorful candies gumdrops jelly beans mini marshmallows chocolate coins candy canes and licorice pieces.

Step 3:

Add additional treats—animal crackers sugar cookies and white chocolate bark—at intervals along the path.

Step 4:

Sprinkle rainbow sprinkles over the display for extra color and whimsy.

Step 5:

Place bowls of vanilla frosting and melted chocolate on the side for dipping.

Step 6:

Serve immediately and let guests build their own magical journey down the gingerbread path.

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This board never fails to bring smiles and spark conversations among family and friends during the holidays.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter Small bowls for dips Serving tongs or spoons

Allergen Information

Contains gluten (gingerbread cookies pretzels) dairy (chocolate frosting) eggs (cookies) and possible nuts check candy labels Always verify individual candy labels for allergens and cross-contamination

Nutritional Information

Calories 320 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 62 g Protein 2 g (per serving estimated)

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This dessert board is easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser making festive occasions extra sweet.

Recipe FAQ

→ How do I arrange the gingerbread path?

Place rectangular gingerbread cookies in a winding line on a large board to mimic a playful path layout.

→ What candies are best for this board?

Use colorful gumdrops, jelly beans, mini marshmallows, chocolate coins, candy canes, and licorice pieces for variety and vibrancy.

→ Can I prepare the gingerbread cookies myself?

Yes, baking your own rectangular gingerbread cookies adds a homemade touch; royal icing can enhance decoration.

→ What are good accompaniments for this board?

Pair it with hot chocolate or milk to complement the sweet and festive flavors delightfully.

→ How can I make this suitable for gluten-free diets?

Substitute with gluten-free cookies and candies to accommodate gluten-free needs while keeping the festive look.

→ What dips work well with the treats?

Vanilla frosting and melted chocolate make perfect dipping options to enhance flavors and textures.