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 has become my go-to for New Year celebrations because it impresses guests with minimal effort.
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 Components:
- 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:
- Arrange smoked salmon blinis, caprese skewers, prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, olives, nuts, and gougères in sections.
- Add Sweet Treats:
- Fill remaining spaces with chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini lemon tartlets, and champagne jelly cubes.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh herbs and optionally edible gold leaf or glitter for a magical finish.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, encouraging guests to help themselves.
Pin It This platter brings my family together every year as we share stories and enjoy the festive spread.
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 ensures your New Year celebration starts with taste and elegance.
Questions About This Recipe
- → What are the best ways to prepare the savory bites?
Prepare components like blinis and gougères in advance and warm them just before serving for optimal freshness and texture.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary preferences?
Yes, replace smoked salmon and prosciutto with grilled vegetables or marinated artichokes for a vegetarian option.
- → How should the platter be assembled for visual appeal?
Group savory bites in sections, place dips at opposite ends, fan crackers and breadsticks around dips, and arrange sweet treats neatly in remaining spaces.
- → What beverages pair well with this platter?
Sparkling wine or festive mocktails complement the flavors and enhance the celebratory mood.
- → Is edible gold leaf necessary for the garnish?
No, it’s optional but adds a magical and festive touch to the presentation.