# What you'll need:
→ Red Treats
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
02 - 1 cup red raspberries
03 - 1 cup red licorice twists, cut into bite-size pieces
04 - 1 cup red velvet mini cupcakes
→ White Treats
05 - 1 cup mini vanilla meringues
06 - 1 cup white chocolate-covered pretzels
07 - 1 cup coconut macaroons
08 - 1 cup yogurt-covered cranberries
→ Garnishes
09 - 4 to 6 peppermint candy canes, whole or crushed
10 - Fresh mint leaves, optional
# Method:
01 - Select a large rectangular or oval platter to serve as the foundation.
02 - Place the red treats in diagonal stripes on the platter, spacing them evenly.
03 - Fill the gaps between red stripes with white treats, creating alternating candy cane stripes.
04 - Nestle whole or crushed peppermint candy canes and fresh mint leaves throughout for color and holiday accent.
05 - Refrigerate until ready to serve. Offer with small tongs or spoons for easy portioning.
