Pin it A festive and elegant tray featuring an array of fresh fruits, herbs, and treats to elevate your New Years Eve champagne or sparkling wine experience.
This tray is a favorite at our family celebrations adding color flavor and a special touch that guests appreciate
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup fresh blackberries 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved 1 cup pomegranate arils 2 lemons thinly sliced into rounds 2 limes thinly sliced into rounds 1 orange thinly sliced into half-moons 1 cup seedless green grapes halved
- Herbs & Edible Flowers: 1 small bunch fresh mint leaves 1 small bunch fresh rosemary sprigs Edible flowers (such as pansies or violets optional)
- Sweets & Treats: 1/2 cup sugar cubes 1/4 cup crystalized ginger pieces 1/2 cup white or dark chocolate shavings (optional)
- Add-Ons: 1 bottle Chambord or other berry liqueur (optional) 1 bottle St. Germain or elderflower syrup (optional) 1 small dish coarse sugar or gold sprinkles for rimming glasses
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and thoroughly dry all fruits herbs and edible flowers.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the fruits in small bowls or directly onto a large serving tray grouping similar colors and types together for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Add herbs placing sprigs between fruit groupings for fragrance and decoration.
- Step 4:
- Scatter edible flowers over the tray or set them in a small bowl for guests to add as desired.
- Step 5:
- Place sugar cubes crystalized ginger and chocolate shavings in separate small bowls or ramekins.
- Step 6:
- If using set liqueurs and syrups nearby with small pourers or spoons for easy serving.
- Step 7:
- Provide a small dish of coarse sugar or gold sprinkles for rimming glasses guests can moisten the rim of their flute and dip for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Set out tongs cocktail picks and small spoons for guests to garnish their drinks as they wish.
Pin it This garnish tray has become a tradition at our gatherings bringing everyone together to customize their drinks and enjoy the festive atmosphere
Required Tools
Large serving tray or platter Small bowls or ramekins Tongs and cocktail picks Small spoons Sharp knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains possible allergens chocolate (milk soy if used) Some liqueurs may contain allergens (check labels) All fruit and herb selections are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian but always verify packaging for cross-contact
Nutritional Information
Calories 65 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 1 g per serving without alcohol or chocolate
Pin it Enjoy this elegant garnish tray to add a special touch and vibrant colors to your New Years Eve celebration
Common Questions
- → How do I prep the fruits for the garnish tray?
Wash all fruits thoroughly and dry them well. Hull and halve strawberries, slice citrus into thin rounds or half-moons, and halve grapes for easy serving.
- → Can I prepare the garnish tray in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the tray up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate it, covering with plastic wrap to keep everything fresh.
- → What herbs work best for this garnish setup?
Fresh mint leaves and rosemary sprigs add fragrance and visual appeal, and they complement fruity flavors well.
- → Are there alternative sweet treats to include?
Besides sugar cubes and crystalized ginger, white or dark chocolate shavings offer a rich contrast and festive touch.
- → How should guests use the garnish tray with their drinks?
Guests can pick and choose fruits, herbs, flowers, and sweets to customize their sparkling drinks, even using liqueurs or syrup for extra flavor.
- → What serving tools are recommended for the tray?
Provide tongs, cocktail picks, and small spoons to help guests easily garnish their drinks without handling everything directly.