Create a Dazzling Holiday Cookie Tray or Candy Charcuterie Board

Create a Dazzling Holiday Cookie Tray or Candy Charcuterie Board (the Easy Way!)

Sarah Lempon November 9, 2021291

Cookie Trays and Candy Charcuterie Boards

Charcuterie boards are all the rage these days. Fun to pronounce (shar-cood-ery), charcuterie most often refers to a meat and cheese board. Lately, the charcuterie trend has taken over the cookie and candy world! While I honestly love this trend (and I love that candy charcuterie boards exist), is this just a fancy way of saying “cookie tray?” I mean, haven’t we all been arranging Christmas cookies on a tray for years? Maybe we have, but I’ve definitely been inspired by the new level we’re taking this cookie arranging thing. That, and I just love seeing all these beautiful, Christmasy goodies pop up in my Instagram feed!

TIP: Let yourself off the hook. There is nothing wrong with buying store bought cookies or tubes of ready-made dough if time is short. The presentation will steal the show.

Tips for Creating a Gorgeous Holiday Tray Using Store Bought Cookies (Gasp!)

That’s right, store bought cookies. While I do love holiday baking and I have spent years of my life rolling dough and decorating Christmas cookies, sometimes life happens and #aintnobodygottimeforthat

Whether you have baked your own cookies or are heading to the store, here are my tips for creating a gorgeous display of holiday treats.

Gather an assortment of different sizes
Look for different textures
Grab some things that look cute, even though they may taste gross
Remember to include a variety of different flavors and styles of treats to satisfy everyone
Include candy and fancy marshmallows
Use a specific color theme or go with an assortment

TIP: It is usually cheaper to buy small packages of different cookies instead of purchasing a large party tray that the store has put together. Make your own cookie tray to save money!