Save 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.
I love how these garnishes effortlessly brighten up our celebrations and impress guests with their elegant appearance.
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.
Save These garnishes have become the centerpiece of our family celebrations, making every toast feel extra special.
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
Save Enjoy these vibrant garnishes to add elegance and flavor to your New Years toast.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits are best for garnishing champagne flutes?
Strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, and lime slices work beautifully to add color and flavor.
- → How do I prepare the fruit for garnishes?
Wash and dry the fruit, slice strawberries vertically, peel and slice kiwi into half-moons, and cut pineapple into wedges or star shapes.
- → Can these garnishes be made ahead of time?
It's best to prepare and assemble garnishes shortly before serving to keep fruit fresh and vibrant.
- → How can I add an elegant touch to the garnishes?
Gently pressing edible gold leaf onto selected fruit pieces adds a luxurious and festive accent.
- → Are there suggestions for serving non-alcoholic drinks with these garnishes?
These garnishes pair wonderfully with sparkling cider or non-alcoholic bubbly for a festive option.