Save A charming and romantic grazing board featuring sweet treats, fruits, and decadent delights, perfect for sharing with your Valentine.
This board has become a favorite for special occasions, bringing everyone together over a delightful mix of flavors and textures.
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.
Save This board always sparks joy and smiles during family gatherings and Valentine celebrations.
Notes
Swap in your favorite treats like chocolate bark, marshmallows, or candied nuts. Omit cheeses for a fully sweet board, or add salty snacks for contrast.
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.
Save This Valentine’s Day board is sure to impress and delight your loved ones with its thoughtful presentation and delicious variety.
Recipe FAQ
- → What fruits are ideal for this board?
Fresh strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate seeds, and red grapes provide color, texture, and natural sweetness.
- → Can cheeses be included on the board?
Yes, adding brie and creamy goat cheese creates a sweet-salty balance enhancing variety and richness.
- → How should the board be arranged for best appeal?
Arrange cheeses centrally, cluster chocolates and macarons nearby, fill spaces with fruits, and top with garnishes like edible flowers and mint.
- → What sauces complement the board?
Honey or chocolate sauce works beautifully as drizzles or dips, adding moistness and extra flavor contrasts.
- → How long does preparation take?
The entire setup takes about 20 minutes, making it quick and perfect for last-minute celebrations.