Save to Pinterest 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 a favorite at our holiday gatherings, making every toast feel special and memorable.
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 to Pinterest This tray brings the family together each New Years Eve, as everyone enjoys customizing their drinks and sharing joyful moments.
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 to Pinterest This bubbly garnish tray elevates any celebration with minimal effort and maximum charm.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What fruits are included in the garnish tray?
The tray includes raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pomegranate arils, lemon, lime, orange slices, and seedless green grapes.
- → Are there herbs used for flavor and decoration?
Yes, fresh mint leaves and rosemary sprigs are included for fragrance and visual appeal.
- → Can this tray be prepared in advance?
It can be assembled up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated, covered to keep freshness.
- → Are there sweet elements added to the tray?
Yes, sugar cubes, crystalized ginger pieces, and optional chocolate shavings are provided for added flavor contrasts.
- → Is this suitable for guests with dietary restrictions?
The selection is vegetarian and gluten-free, but watch for possible allergens in chocolate and certain liqueurs.
- → How should guests use the tray to garnish their drinks?
Guests can use tongs, cocktail picks, and spoons to select fruits, herbs, and sweets to personalize their sparkling drinks.