Grinch Heart Pretzel Board

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This festive snack board creatively arranges mini pretzel twists in a large heart shape, filled with yogurt and chocolate-covered pretzels. The centerpiece features red gummy hearts and strawberry marshmallows to mimic the Grinch’s heart. Surrounding the heart are fresh grapes, kiwi, and strawberries, complemented by sweet red and green candies and peppermint bark pieces. Paired with white chocolate and cream cheese fruit dips, this colorful board offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and fruity flavors, ideal for holiday gatherings and kids’ parties.

Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:01:00 GMT
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A whimsical, festive snack display featuring sweet and salty treats inspired by the Grinchs heart — perfect for holiday gatherings and kids parties.

This board has become a favorite at our family parties every year, bringing smiles and festive cheer.

Ingredients

  • Pretzels: 3 cups mini pretzel twists, 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels, 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
  • Heart-Shaped Treats: 20 red gummy hearts, 12 strawberry heart-shaped marshmallows
  • Dips: ½ cup white chocolate dip (store-bought or homemade), ½ cup cream cheese fruit dip
  • Fresh Fruits: 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup sliced kiwi, ½ cup sliced strawberries
  • Sweets & Extras: ½ cup red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms), ½ cup mini peppermint bark pieces, ½ cup green apple licorice twists (cut to size)

Instructions

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Step 1:
Arrange the mini pretzel twists in the shape of a large heart on a large platter or wooden board. Fill the inside of the heart with yogurt-covered and chocolate-covered pretzels.
Step 2:
Place the red gummy hearts and strawberry marshmallows in the center of the heart to represent the Grinchs growing heart.
Step 3:
Fill small bowls with the white chocolate dip and cream cheese fruit dip. Position them near the board.
Step 4:
Tuck clusters of green grapes, kiwi slices, and strawberry slices around the heart shape, filling gaps and adding festive color.
Step 5:
Sprinkle red and green chocolate candies, peppermint bark pieces, and apple licorice twists throughout the board for extra sweetness and texture.
Step 6:
Serve immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match sweet, salty, and fruity bites.
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Our kids love helping arrange the treats, making this a fun and interactive holiday tradition.

Notes

For a nut-free board, ensure all candy and pretzel coatings are nut-free. Substitute any fruit or candy to fit your preferences or dietary needs. Add small holiday picks or themed decorations for extra flair.

Required Tools

Large serving board or platter, small serving bowls, tongs or serving spoons

Allergen Information

Contains: Wheat (pretzels), dairy (yogurt/chocolate/cream cheese dips), gelatin (gummy hearts marshmallows). May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on candy and pretzel coatings. Always check labels for specific allergens.

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This treat board brings festive joy and delicious variety to any gathering, making every occasion special.

Grinch Heart Pretzel Board

Whimsical holiday snack board with sweet, salty pretzels, fruit, and dips in a festive heart shape.

Prep time
20 mins
0
Time required
20 mins
Created by Ariana Brooks


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Serves 8 Portions

Dietary notes Suitable for Vegetarians

Ingredient List

Pretzels

01 3 cups mini pretzel twists
02 1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
03 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels

Heart-Shaped Treats

01 20 red gummy hearts
02 12 strawberry heart-shaped marshmallows

Dips

01 ½ cup white chocolate dip (store-bought or homemade)
02 ½ cup cream cheese fruit dip

Fresh Fruits

01 1 cup green grapes
02 1 cup sliced kiwi
03 ½ cup sliced strawberries

Sweets & Extras

01 ½ cup red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms)
02 ½ cup mini peppermint bark pieces
03 ½ cup green apple licorice twists (cut to size)

How to Make

Step 01

Form Heart Shape with Pretzels: Arrange mini pretzel twists to outline a large heart on a serving board, filling the center with yogurt-covered and chocolate-covered pretzels.

Step 02

Add Heart-Shaped Treats: Place red gummy hearts and strawberry marshmallows in the heart's center to symbolize the growing heart.

Step 03

Prepare and Position Dips: Fill small bowls with white chocolate dip and cream cheese fruit dip, then arrange them near the heart-shaped pretzel display.

Step 04

Arrange Fresh Fruits: Tuck clusters of green grapes, kiwi slices, and strawberry slices around the heart, filling gaps and enhancing color.

Step 05

Add Sweets and Extras: Scatter red and green chocolate candies, peppermint bark pieces, and apple licorice twists throughout for added sweetness and texture.

Step 06

Serve and Enjoy: Present immediately, inviting guests to combine sweet, salty, and fruity elements as desired.

Equipment Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small serving bowls
  • Tongs or serving spoons

Allergy advice

Review ingredients for potential allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Contains wheat, dairy, and gelatin. May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on product coatings. Check all labels for allergen information.

Nutrition per serving

Nutritional details are for reference only and shouldn't replace professional advice.
  • Energy: 260
  • Total fat: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Proteins: 3 g