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.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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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.

Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Required Tools

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

Category

Dessert

Diet

Vegetarian

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Melt chocolate or cheese smoothly for dipping fruits, pretzels, and snacks during desserts and parties.

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Pair with hot chocolate or milk for a festive gathering

Saffron Brook Recipe Q&As

→ What type of gingerbread should I use for the path?

You can use homemade or store-bought rectangular or plank-shaped gingerbread cookies to create the path.

→ Can I substitute any candies on the board?

Yes, feel free to swap candies like gumdrops or jelly beans with your favorites or seasonal treats to suit your taste.

→ How do I arrange the gingerbread path?

Arrange the gingerbread cookies in a winding trail on a large serving board, mimicking the Candy Land game layout.

→ Are there gluten-free alternatives for this dessert display?

Use gluten-free cookies and candies to accommodate dietary restrictions while keeping the same festive presentation.

→ What dips complement the gingerbread path and candies?

Vanilla frosting and melted chocolate are perfect for dipping and add extra sweetness to the display.