Pin It A festive, visually stunning platter featuring a selection of elegant appetizers and sweet treats—perfect for ringing in the New Year with style and joy.
This platter was the highlight of our New Year celebration bringing everyone together with its variety and charm.
Ingredients
- Savory Bites: 8 mini smoked salmon blinis, 8 mini caprese skewers (cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, fresh basil), 8 prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears, 1 cup marinated olives, 1 cup mixed gourmet nuts, 12 mini gougères (cheese puffs)
- Dips & Accompaniments: 1 cup hummus, 1 cup tzatziki, Assorted crackers and breadsticks (about 200 g)
- Sweet Treats: 12 chocolate-dipped strawberries, 8 mini lemon tartlets, 16 champagne-infused jelly cubes
- Garnish: Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, basil), Edible gold leaf or glitter (optional for festive decor)
Instructions
- Prepare:
- Prepare all components in advance. Warm the gougères and blinis just before assembling.
- Arrange Platter:
- Place dips in small bowls at opposite ends. Fan out crackers and breadsticks around the dips.
- Group Savory Bites:
- Neatly group savory bites arranging smoked salmon blinis, caprese skewers, prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, olives, nuts, and gougères in sections.
- Add Sweet Treats:
- Fill remaining spaces with sweet treats line up chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini lemon tartlets, and champagne jelly cubes.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh herbs and if desired a touch of edible gold leaf or glitter for a magical finish.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately encouraging guests to help themselves.
Pin It This platter created memorable family moments as everyone shared and enjoyed the variety together.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board, small serving bowls, skewers or toothpicks, small spoons for dips, paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese, gougères, mozzarella, tartlets, tzatziki), eggs (gougères), fish (smoked salmon), nuts (gourmet nuts), and gluten (crackers, breadsticks, gougères, tartlets, blinis). Some items may contain soy or traces of other allergens—always check product labels.
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 10 g (per serving estimate)
Pin It This platter is sure to impress your guests and make your celebration unforgettable
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What savory options are included on the platter?
The platter features mini smoked salmon blinis, caprese skewers with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, marinated olives, gourmet nuts, and mini gougères.
- → Which dips complement the savory bites?
Hummus and tzatziki are presented alongside crackers and breadsticks to enhance the variety of flavors.
- → What sweet treats are served on the platter?
Chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini lemon tartlets, and champagne-infused jelly cubes provide a delightful contrast to the savory offerings.
- → Are there vegetarian-friendly choices?
Yes, grilled vegetables or marinated artichoke hearts can replace smoked salmon and prosciutto for vegetarian options.
- → How should the platter be arranged for best presentation?
Warm the baked items just before assembling, place dips at opposite ends, fan the crackers and breadsticks around them, and neatly group savory and sweet items with fresh herb garnishes and optional edible gold leaf for a festive touch.
- → What are suitable beverage pairings?
Sparking wine or festive mocktails pair well, while champagne jelly cubes can be swapped for non-alcoholic sparkling juice jelly if preferred.