Save 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 garnish tray quickly became the centerpiece of my holiday gatherings, impressing all guests with its beauty and flavor combinations.
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.
Save It My family always looks forward to adding their favorite garnishes to their sparkling wines, making every New Years Eve feel special.
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
Save It This garnish tray is the perfect finishing touch to elevate your festive celebrations and delight your guests.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits are included in the garnish tray?
The tray features raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pomegranate arils, lemon and lime slices, orange half-moons, and halved green grapes.
- → How do herbs enhance the tray?
Fresh mint leaves and rosemary sprigs add vibrant aroma and visual appeal, complementing the fruits and enhancing the overall sensory experience.
- → Are there sweet elements included?
Yes, sugar cubes, crystallized ginger pieces, and optional white or dark chocolate shavings provide contrasting flavors and textures.
- → Can the tray be prepared in advance?
Absolutely, it can be assembled up to two hours ahead and refrigerated to keep everything fresh and ready for serving.
- → What tools are recommended for assembling the tray?
A large serving tray, small bowls or ramekins, tongs, cocktail picks, small spoons, and a sharp knife help with organization and serving.