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 has become my go-to for holiday celebrations, impressing guests with minimal effort while offering a delicious variety.
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 This board always brings joy to family gatherings, creating a shared moment filled with laughter and indulgence each New Year’s Eve.
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.
Pin Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor and presentation.
Recipe Q&A
- → What types of chocolates are used in this board?
An assortment of gold foil-wrapped chocolates including truffles, coins, pralines, bars, along with dark and white chocolate pieces are used.
- → How can I add texture to the chocolate board?
Adding roasted almonds, cashews, honeycomb pieces, dried apricots, and salted pretzels provides crunchy and chewy textures.
- → Can I substitute the nuts for allergies?
Yes, seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds are great nut-free alternatives without compromising crunch.
- → What fruits complement the chocolates well here?
Fresh green grapes, raspberries, as well as sliced pear and apple bring freshness and balance to the selection.
- → Is there a garnish option for added elegance?
Edible gold leaf and sprigs of fresh mint are used to enhance the visual appeal and freshness of the board.
- → What occasions suit this gold foil chocolate board?
Ideal for festive celebrations, especially New Year gatherings, where a stylish and easy-to-prepare centerpiece is appreciated.