Save A dazzling, festive chocolate board featuring an assortment of gold foil-wrapped chocolates, fresh fruit, and elegant accompaniments perfect for ringing in the New Year.
This board quickly became my go-to party centerpiece for New Years celebrations it impresses guests and requires minimal preparation.
Ingredients
- Chocolates: 300 g assorted gold foil-wrapped chocolates (truffles, coins, pralines, bars) 100 g dark chocolate squares 100 g white chocolate pieces
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless green grapes 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 large pear sliced 1 large apple sliced
- Nuts & Crunch: 1/2 cup roasted almonds 1/2 cup roasted cashews 1/2 cup honeycomb pieces or toffee shards
- Extras: 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup salted pretzels Edible gold leaf (optional for garnish) Sprigs of fresh mint (for decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Choose a large serving board or platter and arrange a base layer of gold foil-wrapped chocolates spacing them attractively.
- Step 2:
- Fill in spaces with dark and white chocolate pieces.
- Step 3:
- Arrange grapes raspberries pear and apple slices in clusters around the chocolates.
- Step 4:
- Scatter roasted nuts and honeycomb pieces between the fruit and chocolates for texture.
- Step 5:
- Add dried apricots and salted pretzels in small piles for sweet and salty contrast.
- Step 6:
- If desired accent chocolates and fruit with edible gold leaf for extra glamour.
- Step 7:
- Finish with sprigs of fresh mint for color and freshness.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to present.
Save Every year this chocolate board sparks joy and brings family and friends together around the table.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small serving tongs or cocktail picks Paring knife (for slicing fruit)
Allergen Information
Contains nuts milk soy (from chocolates) and gluten (in pretzels) Some chocolates may contain traces of peanuts or other allergens always check labels
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 Total Fat: 17 g Carbohydrates: 39 g Protein: 4 g (per serving)
Save This chocolate board is sure to impress with minimal effort making your celebrations truly special.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What types of chocolates work best for this board?
Use a mix of gold foil-wrapped chocolates such as truffles, coins, pralines, and bars to add variety and visual appeal. Including dark and white chocolate pieces adds contrast and flavor depth.
- → Can I substitute any nuts on the board?
Yes, roasted almonds and cashews contribute crunch, but for nut-free options, consider using pumpkin or sunflower seeds to maintain texture.
- → How do I keep the fruit fresh and vibrant on the board?
Choose firm, fresh fruit like grapes, raspberries, pears, and apples, slicing just before serving to retain color and freshness. Adding fresh mint also enhances the appearance and aroma.
- → Is there a way to add extra luxury touches?
Incorporate gold-dusted macarons or chocolate-covered strawberries to elevate the display. Edible gold leaf can also be applied to chocolates or fruit for glamor.
- → How should the board be served and stored?
Serve the board immediately for best texture and flavor. If needed, cover and chill it gently until serving, avoiding moisture build-up on chocolates and fruit.
- → What drinks pair well with this chocolate and fruit board?
Champagne or sparkling cider are excellent choices, offering a refreshing complement to the sweet, nutty, and salty elements on the board.