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 is always a hit when I bring it to gatherings. Everyone loves the playful theme and the variety of sweets.
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
- Step 1:
- Select a large serving board or platter as your canvas.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the bee-shaped gummies/chocolates at the center to create a visual focal point.
- Step 3:
- 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.
- Step 4:
- Fill in gaps with honeycomb toffee, white chocolate-covered pretzels, and complementary sweets.
- Step 5:
- Add fresh blackberries and golden raspberries (or yellow grapes) for bursts of color and freshness.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with edible flowers and honey sticks if desired.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately or cover and keep chilled until ready to serve.
Pin it My family especially loves the fresh berries on this board; it's a sweet treat that everyone can enjoy together.
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. Some candies may contain traces of nuts check packaging if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 4 g Carbohydrates 49 g Protein 2 g per serving approximately
Pin it This candy board is easy to assemble and sure to bring a buzz to your next event.
Recipe FAQs
- → What candies work best for the striped effect?
Yellow jelly beans, lemon candy drops, and yellow M&Ms contrast perfectly with black licorice wheels to create the iconic bumblebee stripes.
- → Can fresh fruits be substituted?
Yes, golden raspberries can be replaced with yellow grapes for a similar color and fresh taste balance.
- → How to make the board suitable for vegans?
Choose vegan-friendly bee-shaped gummies and chocolates, and ensure complementary sweets contain no animal-derived ingredients.
- → What kind of serving board is recommended?
A large wooden or decorative platter works best as a canvas to arrange the candies and fresh fruits attractively.
- → How to store leftovers?
Cover the board with plastic wrap and refrigerate to keep fresh. Consume within a day for best taste and texture.