Galentines Brunch Berry Board (Printable)

A colorful platter featuring fresh berries, cheeses, nuts, and chocolate-dipped strawberries for festive brunches.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

01 - 12 large fresh strawberries, rinsed and dried
02 - 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
03 - 2 oz white chocolate, chopped (optional)

→ Fresh Berries

04 - 1.5 cups raspberries
05 - 1.5 cups blueberries
06 - 1.5 cups blackberries
07 - 1.5 cups sliced strawberries

→ Cheese Selection

08 - 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
09 - 4 oz goat cheese, log or slices
10 - 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced

→ Savory Accompaniments

11 - 3.5 oz prosciutto or vegetarian deli slices
12 - 3.5 oz roasted almonds
13 - 3.5 oz marcona almonds or candied pecans

→ Sweet Accompaniments

14 - 2.8 oz dark chocolate squares or truffles
15 - 0.5 cup honey or berry jam
16 - 1 cup mini croissants or brioche toasts (about 12 pieces)

→ Garnishes

17 - Fresh mint leaves
18 - Edible flowers (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Melt semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl using 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip each strawberry in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, and place on wax paper-lined tray.
02 - Melt white chocolate if using and drizzle over dipped strawberries. Refrigerate for 20 minutes until chocolate sets completely.
03 - Select a large wooden board or platter. Arrange cheese selections in distinct sections across the board surface.
04 - Fold prosciutto or vegetarian slices and position beside cheese sections. Distribute roasted and marcona almonds throughout the board.
05 - Scatter fresh berries in generous clusters around the board. Add dark chocolate squares, mini croissants, and sweet accompaniments in remaining spaces.
06 - Position chocolate-dipped strawberries as the centerpiece focal point. Fill gaps with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers for visual appeal.
07 - Provide honey or jam in small serving bowls with spoons for guests to drizzle over cheese and croissants as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 40 minutes — only 10 minutes of active cooking for the chocolate-dipped strawberries, 30 minutes of beautiful, stress-free assembly.
  • No special skills required — if you can melt chocolate and arrange fruit, you can build this board.
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily gluten-free — swap croissants for gluten-free toasts and verify packaged items to suit every guest.
  • Endlessly customizable — dried fruits, macarons, or heart-shaped cookies slot right in without changing a thing about the method.
  • A true showstopper — the rich contrast of deep burgundy berries, ivory cheeses, and glossy chocolate-dipped strawberries makes the board look professionally styled.
  • Perfect for sharing — yields 6–8 generous servings, ideal for a Galentines brunch table.
02 -
  • Dry strawberries thoroughly before dipping — any moisture will cause the chocolate to seize and lose its glossy finish.
  • Work quickly when dipping — if the chocolate starts to thicken, return it to the microwave for a 10-second burst and stir again.
  • Chill the board layout first — once you place the chocolate-dipped strawberries, keep the assembled board refrigerated until 20–30 minutes before serving so cheeses can come to room temperature while the chocolate stays set.
  • Build height for drama — stack mini croissants slightly and prop cheese slices at an angle to give the board visual dimension.
  • Color in clusters — group each berry variety together rather than scattering them individually; this creates bold blocks of color that photograph beautifully.
  • Check all labels for gluten-free guests — chocolate, deli meats, and packaged nuts can all contain hidden gluten from processing facilities.
  • Omit or replace nuts if any guest has a nut allergy; sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds make a crunchy, allergy-friendly substitute.
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