Pin 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 chocolate board quickly became my go-to for New Year celebrations as it impresses guests with minimal effort.
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.
Pin Making this board is always a hit at family gatherings, sparking joy and conversation around the table.
Notes
Add more luxury by including gold-dusted macarons or chocolate-covered strawberries for extra flair.
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 from pretzels. Always check labels for traces of peanuts or other allergens.
Pin This chocolate board is a perfect blend of elegance and ease to brighten any holiday celebration.
Recipe Q&A
- → What chocolates are ideal for this board?
Choose assorted gold foil-wrapped chocolates like truffles, coins, pralines, and bars complemented by dark and white chocolate pieces for variety and visual appeal.
- → How can I add texture and crunch?
Incorporate roasted almonds, cashews, and honeycomb or toffee shards between fruits and chocolates to create satisfying crunch and contrast.
- → Can I substitute nuts for allergies?
Yes, consider replacing nuts with seeds such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds to maintain texture and flavor without allergens.
- → What fruits work best for this arrangement?
Seedless green grapes, fresh raspberries, sliced pear, and apple provide fresh, juicy bursts that complement the rich chocolates.
- → How to enhance the board’s presentation?
Use edible gold leaf for extra glamour and garnish with fresh mint sprigs to add vibrant color and freshness.
- → What occasions suit this board?
This elegant display is perfect for festive celebrations, holiday gatherings, and entertaining guests with an impressive centerpiece.