Family Fun with River Street Sweets: Holiday Edition
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The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with loved ones and create memories that will last a lifetime. River Street Sweets offers a delicious array of handcrafted Southern sweets that can be enjoyed in countless ways during this festive time. Whether you're planning a cozy night at home or a holiday gathering, here are some fun and creative family activities that incorporate River Street Sweets products to make the season even sweeter.
1. Build a Festive Gingerbread House with Candied Nuts and Chocolate Decorations
Gingerbread houses are a classic holiday activity, and adding River Street Sweets treats elevates them to something truly special. Use chocolate-covered nuts as adorable miniature roof tiles, pralines as pathway stones, and sea salt caramels for stepping stones or windowsills. Decorate the house with a mix of chopped caramel apples and praline pieces for a sweet ,rustic look. For a bit of extra sparkle, dust the house with powdered sugar to create a snowy effect. The combination of these delicious decorations will make your gingerbread house a feast for both the eyes and taste buds!
2. Host a Hot Chocolate & Marshmallow Bar with River Street Sweets Hot Cocoa Bombs
Nothing warms the heart (and hands) like a cozy mug of hot chocolate on a chilly winter evening. River Street Sweets’ hot cocoa bombs make it easy to create a fun and interactive hot chocolate bar at home. Set up a station with warm milk or water, a selection of hot cocoa bombs, and an assortment of toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, peppermint bits ,and, of course, marshmallows! Kids and adults alike will love watching the cocoa bombs melt into creamy hot chocolate and adding their favorite toppings to make each cup unique.
3. Create a Sweet Holiday Charcuterie Board
Bring a twist to the traditional charcuterie board by making a holiday dessert board with River Street Sweets' pralines, chocolate bear claws, chocolate pretzels, and sea salt caramels. Add seasonal fruits like sliced apples, pears, and berries, along with holiday cookies and a few sprigs of rosemary for a festive look. This sweet charcuterie board makes for a perfect centerpiece at holiday parties or a cozy family night treat. Or you can just purchase our River Street Sweets Candy Charcuterie Board!
4. Apple Dipping Party with River Street Sweets Caramel Apples
Get the family together for a caramel apple dipping party! Start with River Street Sweets’ caramel apples as the base (sold in-store only),and provide additional toppings like crushed pralines, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or crushed peppermint. Everyone can add their own special touch, making for a fun, interactive experience. These personalized caramel apples also make great holiday gifts wrapped in cellophane and ribbon! Don’t have time to make your own? Try our assorted chocolate apples 4 pack for inspiration.
5. Make Your Own Holiday Treat Bags
River Street Sweets’ signature items, such as pralines, chocolate bear claws, and glazed pecans, make for delightful DIY treat bags. Gather the family and create small holiday treat bags for friends, teachers, and neighbors. Add a mix of sweets to each bag, along with a personalized holiday note. This is a fun way for kids to participate in gift-giving while sharing a taste of the South with those they love.
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6. Family Movie Night with a Southern Candy Sampler
Set up a holiday movie marathon complete with a River Street Sweets sampler platter. Fill a tray with a variety of treats—pralines, chocolate pretzels, chocolate bear claws, and sea salt caramels—so everyone has something to snack on during the films. For an extra cozy touch, add warm blankets, pillows, and a big bowl of our Savannah Crunch Popcorn mixed with pecans and drizzled in decadent dark and white chocolate. Let the sweet treats and classic holiday movies bring everyone together for a night of laughter and cheer.
7. Decorate with Praline Ornaments
Here’s a unique idea: decorate your holiday table with praline ornaments! Take our individually wrapped pralines and tie them with holiday ribbon. Hang these sweet treats on the Christmas tree or add them to place settings for a charming edible decoration. When dinner is over, everyone gets to take one home or enjoy it as a dessert.
8. Bake with River Street Sweets Pralines and Caramels
Enhance your holiday baking with a River Street Sweets twist! Add crushed pralines to holiday cookies, brownies, or cakes for a crunchy, nutty surprise. Or, use sea salt caramels as fillings for thumbprint cookies or melted into a caramel sauce for drizzling over desserts. These simple additions make homemade treats even more decadent and perfect for holiday sharing.
9. Craft Holiday Gift Baskets with River Street Sweets Favorites
Create personalized gift baskets for friends, family, or neighbors using River Street Sweets favorites. Select a combination of pralines, chocolate bear claws, candied nuts, and chocolate pretzels, and add some holiday flair with festive ribbon, pine cones, or small ornaments. These handcrafted gift baskets not only showcase the best of River Street Sweets but also bring a personal touch to your holiday gifting.
10. Ornament Decorating Party with Sweet Treats
For an easy and fun activity, host an ornament-decorating party with River Street Sweets treats on the side! Set up a table with blank ornaments, paint, glitter, and craft supplies, and let everyone create their own unique holiday decor. Put out a Holiday Box of Sweets for a collection of favorite chocolates and snacks to keep everyone fueled with sweetness and creativity.
Conclusion
The holiday season is all about family, fun, and delicious treats, and with River Street Sweets, you can bring a Southern charm to every gathering. From building gingerbread houses with chocolate-covered nuts to enjoying a cozy hot chocolate bar with cocoa bombs, these activities will add a memorable touch to your holiday traditions. Let River Street Sweets be a part of your family's celebrations this year, making each moment as sweet as the treats on the table!