Stacked Christmas Snack Tower (Printer-friendly)

Festive snack layers stacked in holiday style, blending sweet and savory treats for easy party display.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Savory Snacks

01 - 2 cups cheddar cheese cubes
02 - 1 cup mini pretzels
03 - 1 cup mixed nuts or roasted chickpeas (vegetarian option)
04 - 1 cup green grapes, washed and stemmed

→ Sweet Treats

05 - 2 cups red and green candies (e.g., M&Ms or jelly beans)
06 - 1 cup chocolate truffles
07 - 1 cup mini cookies (e.g., shortbread or gingerbread)

→ Assembly & Decoration

08 - 3 food-safe boxes: small, medium, and large
09 - Festive ribbon for wrapping
10 - Decorative picks or bows (optional)
11 - Parchment paper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line each box with parchment paper to prevent sticking and absorb any moisture or oils.
02 - In the largest box, layer the cheddar cheese cubes, mini pretzels, mixed nuts or roasted chickpeas, and green grapes attractively.
03 - In the medium box, place red and green candies, chocolate truffles, and mini cookies in an appealing arrangement.
04 - Carefully stack the boxes from largest to smallest, ensuring the structure is stable.
05 - Wrap the stacked boxes with festive ribbon, tie a bow on top, and add decorative picks or bows if desired.
06 - Remove the ribbon when ready to serve and invite guests to enjoy snacks from each tier.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • A visually stunning and festive way to serve snacks.
  • Combines sweet and savory flavors for varied guest preferences.
  • Simple, no-cook assembly perfect for busy holiday hosts.
  • Adaptable for vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan diets.
  • Reusable presentation boxes make cleanup easy and eco-friendly.
02 -
  • Use boxes with flat lids to ensure safe stacking and prevent tipping.
  • Choose a combination of textures and colors to make each tier visually appealing.
  • Wrap the entire tower just before guests arrive to keep ribbons fresh and crisp.
  • Keep perishable items chilled until serving to maintain freshness.
  • Consider adding small decorative holiday picks to increase festivity and ease of serving.
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