Pin It A charming and romantic grazing board featuring sweet treats, fruits, and decadent delights, perfect for sharing with your Valentine.
This board has become my go-to for Valentine’s Day gatherings, always impressing guests with its beautiful presentation and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- Sweets & Chocolates: 100 g chocolate-covered strawberries, 50 g assorted heart-shaped chocolates, 50 g pink and red macarons, 60 g strawberry or raspberry truffles, 50 g chocolate-dipped pretzels
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
- Biscuits & Pastries: 60 g butter cookies (preferably heart-shaped), 60 g mini vanilla or red velvet cupcakes
- Cheeses (optional, for a sweet-salty balance): 60 g brie cheese, cut into heart shapes, 60 g creamy goat cheese, rolled in pink peppercorns or cranberries
- Extras: 1/4 cup honey or chocolate sauce, for drizzling or dipping, Edible flowers, for garnish, Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all fresh fruits thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheeses (if using) in the center or in a few focal points on your board.
- Step 3:
- Place chocolate-covered strawberries, macarons, truffles, and assorted chocolates in small groups around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fill in spaces with fresh fruits, making sure to distribute colors evenly.
- Step 5:
- Add butter cookies and mini cupcakes in open areas, keeping shapes and sizes varied for visual appeal.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle honey or chocolate sauce into a small bowl for dipping and place it on the board.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and enjoy with your Valentine.
Pin It This board brings smiles and warmth to our family gatherings, making Valentine’s Day even more special.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small bowls for sauces/dips, Paring knife (for fruit and cheese prep), Cheese cutters or small cookie cutters (optional, for heart shapes)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese, chocolate, butter cookies, cupcakes), Wheat (cookies, cupcakes), Eggs (macarons, cupcakes), Tree nuts (possible in chocolates, macarons, truffles), Soy (chocolate), Gluten (cookies, cupcakes). Check all packaging for potential allergens and cross-contamination warnings.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380, Total Fat: 18 g, Carbohydrates: 50 g, Protein: 6 g
Pin It This Sweetheart Valentines Day Board is an effortless way to celebrate with style and sweetness every February.
Recipe FAQs
- → What makes this Valentine’s Day board special?
The board combines a romantic mix of heart-shaped sweets, fresh seasonal fruits, and delicately crafted pastries, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures perfect for sharing.
- → Can I prepare this board in advance?
Yes, you can wash and cut the fruits ahead of time, but it’s best to assemble the board just before serving to maintain freshness and visual appeal.
- → Are there any suggestions to customize the board?
Feel free to swap ingredients like chocolates, add nuts or dried fruits, and include cheeses for a sweet-salty contrast. Use heart-shaped molds or a heart-shaped platter for a festive touch.
- → What are ideal accompaniments for this spread?
Sparking wine, rosé, or a fruity mocktail complement the flavors beautifully, enhancing the overall festive experience.
- → How should the board be arranged for best presentation?
Place cheeses centrally or in focal points, group similar sweets nearby, and distribute fresh fruits to balance colors. Add cupcakes and cookies in open spaces and garnish with edible flowers and mint for visual delight.
- → Is this board suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, all main components including sweets, fruits, pastries, and cheeses are vegetarian-friendly.