Save to Pinterest A whimsical, holiday-inspired snack board featuring sweet and savory treats arranged to resemble a magical Polar Express train journey. Perfect for festive gatherings and family movie nights.
This treat board is always a hit at our holiday parties and brings everyone together for a wonderful movie night.
Ingredients
- Sweet Treats: 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels, 1 cup peppermint bark pieces, 12 chocolate wafer cookies (for train wheels), 8 mini candy canes, 8 chocolate truffles, 1 cup red and green M&Ms
- Savory Snacks: 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes, 1 cup mini pretzel rods, 1 cup popcorn, 8 mini sandwich rolls or croissants (for train cars), 1/2 cup baby carrots, 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- Decorative & Assembly Elements: 1 rectangular wooden board or platter, Assorted festive sprinkles (optional), Edible gold stars (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the mini sandwich rolls or croissants in a line on the board to create the train cars.
- Step 2:
- Use chocolate wafer cookies to represent train wheels, placing two under each roll.
- Step 3:
- Position mini pretzel rods or baby carrots as the train tracks beneath the rolls.
- Step 4:
- Fill each train car with a different snack: cheddar cheese cubes, popcorn, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, chocolate truffles, and peppermint bark.
- Step 5:
- Place chocolate-covered pretzels and cucumber slices around the board for extra color and crunch.
- Step 6:
- Use candy canes as festive smoke coming out of the lead engine roll.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle edible gold stars and festive sprinkles for decoration, if desired.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to board the train by picking their favorite snacks.
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around this treat board while watching the Polar Express movie every holiday season.
Notes
Pair with hot cocoa or spiced apple cider for the full Polar Express experience.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter and small serving bowls (optional, for loose candies); tongs or small serving spoons.
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk, wheat (gluten), soy, possible tree nuts (in chocolates), eggs (in baked goods). Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Save to Pinterest This Polar Express treat board brings holiday magic to your table with minimal effort and maximum joy.
Recipe FAQs
- → What snacks make up the sweet section?
The sweet section includes mini marshmallows, chocolate-covered pretzels, peppermint bark pieces, chocolate truffles, red and green M&Ms, and chocolate wafer cookies used as train wheels.
- → How are the savory items arranged?
Savory snacks like cheddar cheese cubes, mini pretzel rods, popcorn, baby carrots, cucumber slices, and mini sandwich rolls or croissants are arranged to represent the train cars and tracks.
- → Can this board accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, it offers vegetarian options and can be adapted with gluten-free pretzels or dairy-free chocolates to meet various dietary needs.
- → What is the total preparation time?
This snack board takes approximately 25 minutes to prepare with no cooking involved.
- → How is the Polar Express theme created visually?
The theme is achieved by arranging mini sandwich rolls or croissants as train cars with chocolate wafer cookies as wheels, mini pretzel rods or baby carrots as the tracks, and candy canes representing festive smoke.
- → What are some optional garnishes?
Festive sprinkles and edible gold stars can be added for extra seasonal decoration and sparkle.