Description
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this delightful and visually stunning dessert board featuring an assortment of chocolates, fresh strawberries, mini marshmallows, mixed nuts, and a luscious chocolate cream dip. Perfect for sharing and indulging with loved ones, this no-bake dessert is quick to prepare and beautifully presented on a large platter.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolates and Sweets
- 1 cup assorted chocolates (dark, milk, white)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (washed and hulled)
Nuts
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
Dips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Platter: Gather all ingredients and select a large wooden or marble platter to arrange the dessert board.
- Melt the Chocolate Dip: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips together with the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Arrange the Board: Place the melted chocolate dip in a bowl or ramekin and position it on the platter first. Then, artistically arrange the assorted chocolates, fresh strawberries, mini marshmallows, and mixed nuts around the dip, filling up the platter evenly.
- Add Garnishes: For a festive and romantic touch, sprinkle edible glitter or colorful sprinkles over the arrangement to enhance visual appeal.
- Serve: Present the dessert board immediately, inviting guests to enjoy and share in the indulgence of the assortment.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include fresh mint leaves or edible flowers as decoration.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a smoother and richer dip.
- This dessert board is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the nuts and the freshness of the strawberries.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
