Romantic spread featuring sweets, fresh fruits, pastries, cheeses, and garnishes for a delightful occasion.
# What you'll need:
→ Sweets & Chocolates
01 - 3.5 oz chocolate-covered strawberries
02 - 1.75 oz assorted heart-shaped chocolates
03 - 1.75 oz pink and red macarons
04 - 2.1 oz strawberry or raspberry truffles
05 - 1.75 oz chocolate-dipped pretzels
→ Fresh Fruits
06 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
07 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
08 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
09 - ½ cup red grapes, halved
→ Biscuits & Pastries
10 - 2.1 oz butter cookies, preferably heart-shaped
11 - 2.1 oz mini vanilla or red velvet cupcakes
→ Cheeses (optional)
12 - 2.1 oz brie cheese, cut into heart shapes
13 - 2.1 oz creamy goat cheese rolled in pink peppercorns or cranberries
→ Extras
14 - ¼ cup honey or chocolate sauce, for drizzling or dipping
15 - Edible flowers, for garnish
16 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# Method:
01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh fruits.
02 - Place cheeses (if using) at the center or in focal points on the serving board.
03 - Group chocolate-covered strawberries, macarons, truffles, and assorted chocolates around the cheeses.
04 - Fill remaining spaces evenly with fresh fruits, distributing colors to enhance visual appeal.
05 - Add butter cookies and mini cupcakes in open areas, varying shapes and sizes for interest.
06 - Pour honey or chocolate sauce into a small bowl and set it on the board for dipping.
07 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a festive finish.
08 - Present immediately and enjoy shared with your Valentine.
