Save to Pinterest 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 has been my go-to celebration centerpiece for New Year's parties, impressing guests every time.
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.
Save to Pinterest This board creates wonderful memories as family and friends gather round to share sweet moments.
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 (in pretzels). Some chocolates may contain traces of peanuts or other allergens&always check labels.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 17 g, Carbohydrates: 39 g, Protein: 4 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This gold foil wrapped chocolate board is perfect for celebrations and guarantees wow factor every time.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What types of chocolates are used?
Assorted gold foil-wrapped chocolates such as truffles, coins, pralines, and bars, plus dark and white chocolate pieces, provide varied textures and flavors.
- → Can nuts be substituted for allergies?
Yes, seeds like pumpkin or sunflower can replace roasted almonds and cashews for a nut-free alternative.
- → How should the fruit be prepared?
Grapes are left whole, while pear and apple are sliced and raspberries are kept fresh to add both color and natural sweetness.
- → What extra touches enhance presentation?
Edible gold leaf and fresh mint sprigs add glamour and a pop of color for an elegant display.
- → How long can the board be prepared in advance?
Arrange ingredients shortly before serving or cover and chill for best freshness and appearance.
- → What beverages pair well with this board?
Champagne or sparkling cider complement the rich chocolates and fresh fruit beautifully.