Visually Delightful Mini Canapés & Fruit Platter
Easy & Beautiful Finger Food Canapés and Wine Appetizers for Special Occasions
I made these simple yet elegant canapés and fruit appetizers for my husband and I to enjoy a special evening. They turned out to be surprisingly delicious! Anyone can easily and beautifully create these at home. Perfect for dates or parties!
Ingredients- Strawberries
- Banana
- Kiwi
- Apple
- Crackers (choose your favorite kind)
- Sliced Cheese
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your fruits. While the recipe suggests strawberries, bananas, kiwis, and apples, feel free to use any seasonal fruits you have on hand or prefer. A variety of fruits will create a rich and delightful flavor profile.
Step 2
Keep the sliced cheese in its plastic wrapper and use the back of a knife or a knife’s edge to divide it into smaller pieces. This prevents the cheese from sticking together and makes them easy to handle. Cut each slice into 2 to 4 pieces, roughly matching the size of your crackers.
Step 3
Divide your fruits for the canapés and the fruit platter. For the fruit platter, slice the strawberries in half to showcase their shape. For the canapés, cut the strawberries into small, bite-sized pieces that will fit neatly on the crackers. Smaller pieces create a more charming presentation.
Step 4
Prepare the other fruits in a similar fashion. Slice them beautifully for the fruit platter and cut them into small, manageable pieces for the canapés. Remember to peel and core them as needed.
Step 5
Now, let’s assemble the canapés! Start by arranging the crackers on a serving plate or tray, leaving some space between them. You can use any type of cracker, but slightly firmer ones will hold their shape better than very thin or crumbly ones.
Step 6
Place a piece of sliced cheese onto each cracker. Try to match the size of the cheese to the cracker for a balanced look. The slight saltiness of the cheese will beautifully complement the sweetness of the fruit.
Step 7
Finally, top the cheese with the small pieces of fruit you prepared. Your delicious canapés are complete! Using a variety of colorful fruits will make them look even more vibrant and appealing. Don’t hesitate to mix and match different fruits like strawberries, kiwis, and bananas.
Step 8
Let’s try a slightly different variation! I’ve used small, round crackers for this version. The combination of the savory cracker, cheese, and fruit is surprisingly delicious and highly addictive! These are also great with beer or makgeolli.
Step 9
Place a piece of sliced cheese onto each of these smaller crackers as well. Cutting the cheese to fit the cracker size will ensure a neat finish.
Step 10
Top the cheese with the finely chopped fruits. These mini canapés are ready and incredibly cute! They’re sure to be a hit with kids too.
Step 11
Now, let’s prepare an elegant fruit platter to accompany the canapés. Wash the apple thoroughly, remove the core, and slice it thinly. Presenting it attractively is key.
Step 12
Arrange the prepared strawberries, banana slices, kiwi, and apple slices beautifully on a serving dish or platter. A simple yet elegant fruit platter is now complete! The vibrant colors of the fruit alone will brighten up your table.
Step 13
Beautifully arranging the finished canapés and fruit platter on your table can create a perfect home party atmosphere, rivaling that of a restaurant. Enjoy a wonderful time with your loved ones on this special occasion!
