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 become a highlight at my New Years Eve parties, sparking conversation and delighting guests with vibrant flavors and aromas.
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 This tray adds a festive touch that brings my family together to toast and share the joy of the new year.
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 effortlessly elevates your celebration with freshness and flair every time.
Recipe FAQ
- → What fruits are included in the bubbly bar?
The selection includes raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pomegranate arils, sliced lemons, limes, oranges, and seedless green grapes.
- → How are herbs used in the garnish tray?
Fresh mint leaves and rosemary sprigs are placed between fruit groupings to add fragrance and visual appeal.
- → Can guests customize their drinks using the tray?
Yes, guests can use sugar cubes, crystalized ginger, chocolate shavings, and optional liqueurs or syrups to personalize their sparkling drinks.
- → Are edible flowers necessary for the presentation?
Edible flowers are optional but add a colorful and elegant touch to the overall display.
- → Is the bubbly bar suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free diets?
All fruits, herbs, and treats are naturally vegetarian and gluten-free; however, check optional ingredients for allergens.
- → How far in advance can the garnish tray be prepared?
The tray can be assembled up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated, covered with plastic wrap to maintain freshness.