Sweet Sensations

December 26, 2023

Whether you’re hosting or bringing something to share, dessert boards are a sweet way to showcase a range of festive flavors for everyone to enjoy. From classic chocolate and caramel to sesame and pumpkin spice, you can make or buy each component with these extra-boardinary ideas!

Chocolate Chunks: Break up a bar or two of your favorite chocolates for easy enjoyment.

• BUY IT - Tony’s Chocolonely Chocolate Bars: Made with ethically sourced cocoa beans by a Dutch confectionery dedicated to ending exploitation in the chocolate industry, these big, bold bars will make an impact on your table and around the world. Enjoy classics like milk and dark chocolate plus fun seasonal flavors—every purchase supports the cause!
• MAKE IT - Peppermint Bark: Made with three kinds of chocolate and the perfect pop of peppermint, this beautiful bark is sure to become a holiday favorite! 

Gourmet Caramels: Up the ante on any dessert board or snack spread with sweet, buttery bliss.

• BUY IT - Béquet Caramel: These gourmet goodies are handmade with the finest all-natural ingredients to create a melt-in-your-mouth caramel like no other.
• MAKE IT - Apple Caramels: In a delicious twist of dessert, these sweet and juicy homemade caramels are perfect for holiday gifting or anytime indulgence. 

Halva: Homemade or store-bought, this fudge-like sesame dessert is delish!

• BUY IT - Seed + Mill Halva: Made by hand with Ethiopian sesame seeds, this traditional Middle Eastern dessert is the tastiest treat you never knew you needed. With a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet, nutty flavor, this fudge-like confection is perfect for decking out a dessert board. Gluten-free, vegan and kosher, it’s also ideal for enjoying with fruit, on yogurt or simply on its own!
• MAKE IT - Halva: Make your own version of this fudgy sesame sweet with tahini, then top with pistachios for extra flair. And if you have extra tahini, make Tahini Cookies!

Seasonal Sweets: Toffees, truffles and treats, oh my!

• BUY IT - Guest's Choice! Bust out your favorite holiday-themed candies and confections for extra festive flair.
• MAKE IT - Pumpkin Spice Date Rolls: If you can’t get enough pumpkin spice, you’ll love these three-ingredient sweets. Just watch out—they’re as easy to eat as they are to make!

Drop by your local Nugget Market for even more delicious dessert inspiration!

Selection may vary by store.