Bumblebee Candy Board Delight (Printable Version)

A vibrant candy board featuring bee-shaped gummies, yellow and black sweets, and fresh berries for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bumblebee Candies

01 - 7 oz bee-shaped gummies or chocolate bumblebee candies

→ Yellow & Black Sweets

02 - 5 oz yellow jelly beans
03 - 5 oz black licorice wheels or sticks
04 - 3.5 oz lemon candy drops

→ Complementary Sweets

05 - 4 oz honeycomb toffee, broken into bite-sized pieces
06 - 4 oz white chocolate-covered pretzels
07 - 3 oz yellow M&Ms or similar candies

→ Fresh Accents

08 - 1 cup fresh blackberries
09 - 1 cup fresh golden raspberries or yellow grapes

→ Decorative Extras

10 - Edible flowers such as pansies or marigolds (optional)
11 - Small sealed honey sticks (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Select a large serving board or platter as the base for arranging all items.
02 - Place the bee-shaped gummies or chocolate bumblebee candies in the center to create the visual centerpiece.
03 - Fan out yellow jelly beans, lemon candy drops, and yellow M&Ms in circular or striped formations around the center, interspersed with black licorice to mimic bumblebee stripes.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with honeycomb toffee pieces, white chocolate-covered pretzels, and other complementary sweets for texture and variety.
05 - Incorporate fresh blackberries and golden raspberries or yellow grapes to enhance color contrast and freshness.
06 - Optionally, garnish with edible flowers and sealed honey sticks for visual appeal.
07 - Serve the board immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for parties and picnics
  • Sweet and playful presentation
02 -
  • For a nut-free board avoid candies containing nuts
  • Use vegan candies and chocolates as needed for dietary preferences
03 -
  • Arrange candies in alternating colors for the bumblebee effect
  • Use fresh berries to add texture and freshness
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