HOW TO CREATE

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There are parts of a hot chocolate charcuterie board you can put together in advance. CAN YOU MAKE A HOT CHOCOLATE CHARCUTERIE BOARD IN ADVANCE? Learn more

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INGREDIENTS YOU NEED

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1. ADD BOTTLE BRUSH TREES AND COFFEE MUGS

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2. ADD BOWL OF HOT COCOA MIX AND CRUSHED PEPPERMINT

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3. ADD CUPCAKES AND CINNAMON ROLLS

Place the mini cupcakes and cinnamon rolls next to the outside of the board near the coffee mugs. Learn more

4. ADD WAFERS AND BISCOTTI

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5. LAYER IN DONUTS AND MERINGUES

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6. CLUSTER CHOCOLATE BISCUIT STICKS AND PEPPERMINT SPOONS

This means that objects are placed symmetrically or asymmetrically in a way that feels harmonious and cohesive. Learn more

7. FILL IN HOLES WITH PRETZELS, MINI MARSHMALLOWS, AND HERSHEY KISSES.

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MORE DESIGN IDEAS

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