Elegant arrangement of gold foil chocolates, fresh fruits, nuts, and sweet-savory accents for festive gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Chocolates
01 - 10.5 oz assorted gold foil-wrapped chocolates (truffles, coins, pralines, bars)
02 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate squares
03 - 3.5 oz white chocolate pieces
→ Fruits
04 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
05 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
06 - 1 large pear, sliced
07 - 1 large apple, sliced
→ Nuts & Crunch
08 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
09 - 1/2 cup roasted cashews
10 - 1/2 cup honeycomb pieces or toffee shards
→ Extras
11 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
12 - 1/2 cup salted pretzels
13 - Edible gold leaf, optional for garnish
14 - Sprigs of fresh mint for decoration
# Steps:
01 - Select a large serving board or platter and evenly space gold foil-wrapped chocolates to form a decorative base layer.
02 - Fill gaps on the board with dark and white chocolate pieces to create contrast and variety.
03 - Cluster seedless grapes, raspberries, pear slices, and apple slices around the chocolates for vibrant color and freshness.
04 - Scatter roasted almonds, cashews, and honeycomb or toffee pieces between fruit and chocolates to add texture and crunch.
05 - Place dried apricots and salted pretzel piles strategically for a balanced sweet and salty contrast.
06 - Optionally adorn chocolates and fruit with edible gold leaf for an elegant, festive touch.
07 - Decorate with fresh mint sprigs to enhance visual appeal and add a refreshing aroma.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.
