DIY Christmas Dessert Table

2 min read September 13, 2026 Kara Allen
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Ever wonder where to start when it comes to styling a dessert table? The task may seem overwhelming at first, but with a few simple tips you can set up your own dessert tables with ease. This Christmas Dessert Table is filled with darling details and great ideas sure to inspire. Make sure to check out the entire Christmas Camper Outdoor Party, along with an easy Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Christmas Tree Recipe and a DIY Hanging Chandelier Tutorial!

 

Project Time
60 to 120 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Start with a blank table and backdrop. Set the table in an area where guests can easily access it and walk around it.

 

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Step
2

I love creating asymmetrical dessert tables, so I always start in the center of the table and go from there. Place a cake stand or other riser at the center of your table as a focal point.

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 2
Step
3

You want different heights on your dessert table. Use things like cake stands, trays and risers. Start with the back row and move forward.

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 3
Step
4

Place trays and shorter items at the front of your table. The Buffalo Plaid Serving Trays are perfect for the job!

 

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Step
5

Fill in any gaps with things like Buffalo Plaid Ceramic Bowls and Christmas Camper Favor Boxes.

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 5
Step
6

Add all the sugary goodness to your cake stands, bowls and trays. Hershey Kisses and Large Peppermint Candy Canes looked great in a Buffalo Plaid PailBlack Caramel Chocolate Balls, Cookies and Cupcakes in Buffalo Plaid Cupcake Liners fit right into the mix!

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 6
Step
7

Add personal touches and your favorite holiday treats to the table like these adorable DIY Edible Reese's Christmas Tree Snow Globes! Follow my tutorial to make them on your own!

 

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Step
8

Finish your space by adding a fun backdrop behind the table. Buffalo Plaid Hanging Fans are simple to assemble and easy to hang!

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 8
Step
9

Stand back and admire your work! Add Buffalo Plaid Snack Bowls and Buffalo Plaid Drawstring Bags for guests to fill with desserts!

Make sure to see the entire Christmas Camper Outdoor Party as well as how to make a DIY Christmas Chandelier and delicious Reese's Christmas Tree Snow Globes.

 

DIY Christmas Dessert Table step 9

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