Caramel popcorn, nuts, chocolates, fruits and assorted treats arranged for easy, fun entertaining.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Caramel Popcorn
01 - 8 cups caramel popcorn, store-bought or homemade
→ Chocolate & Sweets
02 - 1 cup chocolate-covered pretzels
03 - 1 cup assorted chocolates, such as truffles, squares, or chocolate bark
04 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
05 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips or candy-coated chocolates
→ Nuts & Seeds
06 - 3/4 cup roasted salted almonds
07 - 3/4 cup pecan halves
08 - 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, optional
→ Dried & Fresh Fruits
09 - 3/4 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
10 - 1 cup green grapes, washed and stemmed
11 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
→ Crackers & Cookies
12 - 1 cup butter crackers or graham crackers
13 - 1 cup vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Arrange caramel popcorn at the center or along one side of a large serving board.
02 - Cluster chocolate-covered pretzels, assorted chocolates, and mini marshmallows in separate sections or small bowls around the popcorn.
03 - Place roasted almonds, pecan halves, and pumpkin seeds in their own areas for easy selection.
04 - Scatter dried cranberries or cherries near the nuts, and arrange green grapes and strawberries in separate, vibrant piles for visual contrast.
05 - Fill in remaining gaps with crackers and cookies to provide crunch and variety.
06 - Alternate colors and textures, maintaining groupings of similar items for balance.
07 - Serve immediately or cover loosely with plastic wrap until ready to enjoy.
