Candy Cane Striped Platter

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This festive platter showcases an inviting arrangement of red and white treats laid out in diagonal stripes to mimic classic candy cane patterns. Featuring fresh strawberries, raspberries, red velvet minis, vanilla meringues, coconut macaroons, and more, it offers balanced flavors and textures. Peppermint candy canes and fresh mint add refreshing garnishes, perfect for holiday parties. Simple to assemble with no cooking required, it serves 8 to 10 and can be customized for dietary preferences.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 14:50:00 GMT
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A festive dessert platter featuring red and white treats arranged in candy cane stripes—perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Red Treats: 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved, 1 cup red raspberries, 1 cup red licorice twists cut into bite size pieces, 1 cup red velvet mini cupcakes (store bought or homemade)
  • White Treats: 1 cup mini vanilla meringues, 1 cup white chocolate covered pretzels, 1 cup coconut macaroons, 1 cup yogurt covered cranberries
  • Garnishes: 4 6 peppermint candy canes whole or crushed, Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

Step 1:
Select a large rectangular or oval platter as your base.
Step 2:
Arrange the red treats in diagonal stripes leaving space between each stripe.
Step 3:
Fill the empty stripes with the white treats creating an alternating red and white candy cane effect.
Step 4:
Tuck whole or crushed peppermint candy canes and fresh mint leaves between the treats for extra color and holiday flair.
Step 5:
Keep chilled until serving. Serve with small tongs or spoons.
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Required Tools

Large serving platter, Small tongs or serving spoons, Sharp knife (for cutting fruit or treats)

Allergen Information

Contains Dairy (white chocolate yogurt covered items) eggs (meringues macaroons) gluten (pretzels cupcakes licorice) May contain nuts depending on macaroon recipe Always check labels for allergens if using store bought items

Nutritional Information

Calories 210 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 36 g Protein 2 g

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Candy Cane Striped Platter

A colorful arrangement of red and white treats creating a festive striped holiday platter.

Prep duration
25 minutes
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Overall time
25 minutes
Recipe by Clover Hearth Emily Dawson

Recipe type Sweet Cozy Treats

Skill level Easy

Culinary roots American

Servings made 9 Portion size

Diet preferences Meatless

What you'll need

Red Treats

01 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
02 1 cup red raspberries
03 1 cup red licorice twists, cut into bite-size pieces
04 1 cup red velvet mini cupcakes, store-bought or homemade

White Treats

01 1 cup mini vanilla meringues
02 1 cup white chocolate-covered pretzels
03 1 cup coconut macaroons
04 1 cup yogurt-covered cranberries

Garnishes

01 4 to 6 peppermint candy canes, whole or crushed
02 Fresh mint leaves, optional

How to make it

Step 01

Prepare Platter: Select a large rectangular or oval serving platter as your base.

Step 02

Arrange Red Treats: Place the red treats in diagonal stripes across the platter, leaving space between each stripe.

Step 03

Add White Treats: Fill the spaces between red stripes with white treats, creating an alternating candy cane stripe effect.

Step 04

Garnish: Insert whole or crushed peppermint candy canes and fresh mint leaves between the treats for added color and festive appeal.

Step 05

Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the platter until ready to serve. Provide small tongs or spoons for guests.

Equipment needed

  • Large serving platter
  • Small tongs or serving spoons
  • Sharp knife

Allergy details

Be sure to review every ingredient for potential allergies, and talk to a medical expert if you’re unsure.
  • Contains dairy from white chocolate and yogurt-covered items
  • Contains eggs from meringues and macaroons
  • Contains gluten from pretzels, cupcakes, and licorice
  • May contain nuts depending on macaroon recipe

Nutrition information (each portion)

Only use this data as a helpful reference—it’s not intended to replace professional health guidance.
  • Calorie count: 210
  • Fat content: 7 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 36 grams
  • Proteins: 2 grams