Sugar and spice, and all things nice. Add a little sweet delight to your festivities this year with a dessert bar for Christmas.
If you’re in charge of hosting Christmas this year, nothing will make the festivities more exciting than an on-theme dessert bar. Sometimes referred to as the “sweets table” or just the “dessert table”, a dessert bar usually holds all the delicious after-meal desserts and sweets that your guests can browse and sample. From tablecloths to serving platters, festive treats and more, discover how to curate a Christmas dessert table that is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.
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How To Set Up A Dessert Bar For Christmas
Step 1: Choose A Tablecloth That Sets The Scene
The first step in creating a tasty dessert bar is with the perfect tablecloth and runner that complements the overall theme of your Christmas celebration. For example, if your decorations are more classic this year, opt for traditional red and green hues. If you prefer a more modern arrangement, you can’t go wrong with a clean white tablecloth with silver or gold accents. Or, if you can’t get enough of sugar-inspired decor, look for tablecloths in pastels, pinks and other sweet colours.
Step 2: Place The Perfect Serving Platters and Plates
When it comes to displaying your sweet creations, the right serving platters and plates can make all the difference. Use a variety of different cake stands, especially those of different heights and tiered displays, and arrange them with the tallest displays at the back, and the shorter plates at the front. Remember that the intention behind a dessert bar is to make it easy for guests to curate their own plates, and still look good. This kind of arrangement looks good but also allows your guests to reach each and every tasty delight without knocking anything over.
Step 3: Provide Plenty Of Servingware
Now that you’ve put those tasty treats on display, it’s time to ensure that your guests can easily help themselves with the right servingware. Stock up on tongs, spoons, and other utensils suitable for the different desserts you’ll be serving, with one or two tools dedicated to each dessert. Consider placing a small collection of individual dessert forks or spoons near each sweet treat for convenience. Don’t forget to provide a stack of small plates and serviettes, too.
Step 4: Indulge Your Sweet Tooth
Now comes the tasty part – selecting the sweet treats that will grace your dessert bar. For a Christmas dessert table, choose a variety of classic Christmas desserts that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. You can never go wrong with the usual line-up of Christmas desserts like Christmas pudding, panettone, gingerbread cookies, and, if it’s set to be a scorcher of a day, ice cream cake. If you have the space for it, fill a tall glass jar with lollies and include some small bags or trays for guests to take home with them. For those looking to indulge their inner chef this Christmas, why not explore our sumptuous collection of David Jones Recipes?
Step 5: Make It Extra Festive
Now that you have the basics in place, it’s time to dial it up a festive notch. Think fairy lights, whimsical ornaments, and other decorative displays that help to channel the magic of Christmas. You can line the edge of your dessert table with some twinkling lights or tinsel, and scatter some iconic Christmas ornaments amongst the desserts to really add some festive cheer. If the desserts and the decorations aren’t sweet enough, light a fragrant Christmas candle to add a little festive ambience to it all.
Step 6: Pour Some On-Theme Beverages
Themed beverages are not strictly a dessert table must-have, but nevertheless a welcome surprise for guests. Make it extra festive with Christmas-themed glassware and barware. Depending on the time of day and the weather, you can provide a small drink station offering all kinds of sweet Christmas beverages. Cheers!
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