Save 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 has elevated many celebrations with family and friends, adding fun and elegance to our New Years Eve gatherings.
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 Our family loves how this tray brings a festive and elegant touch to our New Years Eve celebrations, making every toast 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 This garnish tray is the perfect finishing touch to your celebration ensuring a memorable and festive experience.
Common Questions
- → What fruits are best for a garnish tray?
Fresh berries, citrus slices, pomegranate arils, and seedless green grapes create a colorful and flavorful assortment.
- → How can herbs enhance the garnish experience?
Fresh mint and rosemary add fragrance and visual interest, elevating both aroma and presentation.
- → Are edible flowers safe to use on trays?
Yes, edible flowers like pansies and violets are safe and add decorative beauty to the arrangement.
- → What sweet elements complement the fresh fruits?
Sugar cubes, crystallized ginger, and optional chocolate shavings bring contrasting textures and flavors.
- → Can this tray be prepared in advance?
Absolutely. It stays fresh refrigerated for up to 2 hours when covered, making it convenient for parties.
- → How can I add a festive touch to the tray?
Use a coordinated color palette like gold and red, and offer gold sprinkles for rimming glasses to enhance festivity.