Save to Pinterest A charming and romantic grazing board featuring sweet treats, fruits, and decadent delights, perfect for sharing with your Valentine.
This board was a hit at our last Valentine’s Day gathering, bringing smiles and sweet memories.
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 to Pinterest Creating this board brings our family together to share stories and enjoy delicious treats every Valentine’s Day.
Tips for Serving
Serve immediately to preserve freshness and arrange items at room temperature for best flavor.
Variation Ideas
Swap in chocolate bark marshmallows or candied nuts to customize your board.
Pairing Suggestions
Pair with sparkling wine rosé or a fruity mocktail to enhance the festive touch.
Save to Pinterest This board is a simple yet elegant way to show love and share delicious moments with your Valentine.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What fruits are used in the board?
Fresh strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate seeds, and red grapes provide vibrant color and juicy sweetness.
- → Are there any dairy components?
Yes, optional soft cheeses like brie and creamy goat cheese add a subtle savory contrast to the sweets.
- → Can the board be prepared without baking?
Absolutely. The board mainly involves assembling fresh and ready-to-eat items, requiring no cooking time.
- → What garnishes enhance the presentation?
Edible flowers and fresh mint leaves add delicate color and fresh aroma to the display.
- → What treats complement the board’s sweet theme?
Chocolate-covered strawberries, heart-shaped chocolates, macarons, truffles, and chocolate-dipped pretzels provide rich, indulgent flavors.