Pin It A whimsical and colorful candy board inspired by bumblebees, perfect for parties, picnics, or springtime celebrations. Sweet, playful, and sure to delight guests of all ages!
This candy board was a hit at my last picnic, bringing fun and smiles to everyone.
Ingredients
- Bumblebee Candies: 200 g (about 7 oz) bee-shaped gummies or chocolate bumblebee candies
- Yellow & Black Sweets: 150 g (5 oz) yellow jelly beans, 150 g (5 oz) black licorice wheels or sticks, 100 g (3.5 oz) lemon candy drops
- Complementary Sweets: 120 g (4 oz) honeycomb toffee broken into bite-sized pieces, 120 g (4 oz) white chocolate-covered pretzels, 80 g (3 oz) yellow M&Ms or similar candies
- Fresh Accents: 1 cup fresh blackberries, 1 cup fresh golden raspberries (or yellow grapes)
- Decorative Extras: Edible flowers (such as pansies or marigolds) optional, Small honey sticks (sealed) optional
Instructions
- Select serving board:
- Select a large serving board or platter as your canvas.
- Arrange candies:
- Arrange the bee-shaped gummies/chocolates at the center to create a visual focal point.
- Place yellow & black sweets:
- Fan out the yellow jelly beans, lemon candy drops, and yellow M&Ms in circular or striped patterns around the center, alternating with black licorice for a bumblebee-striped effect.
- Fill gaps:
- Fill in gaps with honeycomb toffee, white chocolate-covered pretzels, and complementary sweets.
- Add fresh accents:
- Add fresh blackberries and golden raspberries (or yellow grapes) for bursts of color and freshness.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with edible flowers and honey sticks if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or cover and keep chilled until ready to serve.
Pin It This board always sparks joy at family gatherings and invites everyone to share stories while snacking.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter; Small bowls optional for loose candies; Tongs or small serving spoons
Allergen Information
Contains milk (in chocolate candies white chocolate pretzels) wheat (if pretzels are not gluten-free) and possible soy
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 4 g Carbohydrates 49 g Protein 2 g per serving approx
Pin It Enjoy creating this fun and festive candy board that brightens any celebration.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What candies create the bumblebee look?
Bumblebee-shaped gummies or chocolate candies combined with yellow jelly beans, lemon drops, yellow M&Ms, and black licorice create the striped bumblebee effect.
- → How can I add freshness to the board?
Incorporate fresh blackberries and golden raspberries or yellow grapes for bursts of color and a fresh contrast to the sweets.
- → Are there gluten or nut considerations?
Some chocolate and pretzel components may contain milk, wheat, or traces of nuts. Choose nut-free and gluten-free options if needed.
- → Can the board be made vegan?
Yes, by selecting vegan candies and chocolates, the board can be customized to meet vegetarian or vegan preferences.
- → How should the board be served or stored?
Serve immediately for best presentation or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- → What tools are helpful for assembly?
Use a large serving board, small bowls for loose sweets, and tongs or spoons for arranging candies cleanly and easily.