Save to Pinterest 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.
These garnishes have become a highlight of my New Years parties, impressing guests with their vibrant presentation and fresh flavors.
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 to Pinterest Sharing these garnishes at family New Years gatherings always sparks joy and compliments the festive spirit.
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 to Pinterest These festive fruit garnishes bring a fresh and elegant finishing touch to your celebrations. Enjoy crafting and sharing them!
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits work best for these garnishes?
Fresh strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, and lime are excellent choices for their vibrant colors and complementary flavors.
- → How do I prepare the fruit for garnishing?
Rinse thoroughly, slice strawberries and kiwi thinly, cut pineapple into wedges or star shapes, and slice lime into thin wheels for added zest.
- → Can I add extra decoration to the garnishes?
Yes, edible gold leaf adds a luxurious touch, and fresh mint leaves contribute aroma and freshness.
- → How should the garnishes be placed on the flute?
Gently rest the skewered fruit across the rim or place inside the flute for a colorful accent enhancing the presentation.
- → Are these garnishes suitable for non-alcoholic drinks?
Absolutely, they pair beautifully with sparkling cider or any non-alcoholic bubbly options.