Pin It Elevate your New Years celebration with vibrant, elegant fruit garnishes designed to complement champagne flutes. These garnishes add a festive, colorful touch to each glass, enhancing the sipping experience.
This recipe has become my go-to for New Years parties because it is simple and always impresses guests with its elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 6 large strawberries, 1 kiwi, 1 small pineapple, 12 fresh raspberries, 12 blueberries, 1 lime
- Optional Accents: Edible gold leaf (for decoration), fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Rinse all fruit thoroughly and pat dry.
- Step 2:
- Slice strawberries vertically into halves or quarters, depending on size.
- Step 3:
- Peel the kiwi and cut into thin half-moon slices.
- Step 4:
- Cut the pineapple into thin wedges or small star shapes using a mini cookie cutter.
- Step 5:
- Slice the lime thinly into wheels or half-wheels for a zesty accent.
- Step 6:
- Skewer combinations of fruits onto 4-inch cocktail picks for example a raspberry pineapple star and blueberry or a strawberry half with a kiwi slice and mint leaf.
- Step 7:
- For an extra festive touch gently press a small amount of edible gold leaf onto selected fruit pieces.
- Step 8:
- Rest the fruit garnish across the rim of each champagne flute or place it inside the glass for a burst of color.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately with chilled champagne.
Pin It Our family enjoys trying different fruit combinations and watching everyone delight in the colorful presentation during our celebrations.
Required Tools
Paring knife, Mini cookie cutter (optional), Small skewers or cocktail picks, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens. If purchasing pre-cut fruit or gold leaf check packaging for possible allergen cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Calories 18, Total Fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 4 g, Protein 0.2 g per serving
Pin It This easy garnish elevates any celebration with its fresh fruity flavors and stunning appearance.
Recipe FAQs
- → Which fruits work best for these garnishes?
Strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, and lime provide vibrant colors and fresh flavors.
- → How do I prepare the fruit slices?
Wash all fruits well, then slice strawberries vertically and kiwi into thin half-moons. Pineapple can be cut into wedges or stars.
- → What is the purpose of edible gold leaf?
Edible gold leaf adds a luxurious and festive visual accent without altering flavor.
- → Can these garnishes be used with non-alcoholic drinks?
Yes, they're perfect for sparkling cider or non-alcoholic bubbly as an elegant touch.
- → How should garnished glasses be stored before serving?
Chill garnished flutes briefly to keep fruit fresh and enhance the presentation.
- → What tools are needed to create these garnishes?
A paring knife, mini cookie cutter (optional), small skewers or cocktail picks, and a cutting board are recommended.