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Winter Fig and Date Platter

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This winter fruit platter highlights fresh figs, Medjool dates, ripe pear slices, and red grapes arranged elegantly. A snowdrift of coconut flakes adds a snowy touch, complemented by creamy goat cheese or ricotta, optional for extra richness. Pistachios and pomegranate seeds contribute texture and color, while honey and fresh mint leaves provide natural sweetness and aroma. Ready in 15 minutes, this easy-to-assemble dish suits festive gatherings or light dessert occasions.

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Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:59:00 GMT
Winter fruit platter with halved figs, dates and coconut snow, drizzled with honey, ready to serve. Save to Pinterest
Winter fruit platter with halved figs, dates and coconut snow, drizzled with honey, ready to serve. | mosscedar.com

A stunning winter fruit platter featuring sweet figs, dates, and snowy accents—perfect for festive entertaining or an elegant dessert.

I love serving this platter at holiday gatherings because it impresses guests with minimal effort.

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Ingredients

  • Fresh Fruits: 8 fresh figs halved, 12 Medjool dates pitted and halved, 1 ripe pear thinly sliced, 1 small bunch red grapes halved
  • Snowdrift Topping: 100 g (1 cup) unsweetened coconut flakes, 50 g (½ cup) crumbled soft goat cheese or ricotta (optional for extra creaminess)
  • Garnishes: 2 tbsp chopped pistachios, 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, Honey for drizzling, Fresh mint leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Arrange the fruit:
Arrange the fig halves, date halves, pear slices, and grape halves artfully on a large platter.
Add coconut snowdrift:
Sprinkle the coconut flakes generously over the fruit to create a snowdrift effect.
Add cheese:
Dot the platter with small spoonfuls of goat cheese or ricotta if using.
Add garnishes:
Scatter the chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds over the top.
Drizzle honey:
Drizzle lightly with honey.
Garnish and serve:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves Serve immediately.
Festive winter fruit: a fig and date snowdrift platter, garnished with pomegranate seeds and pistachios. Save to Pinterest
Festive winter fruit: a fig and date snowdrift platter, garnished with pomegranate seeds and pistachios. | mosscedar.com

This platter always brings my family together we enjoy picking our favorite fruits and sharing stories.

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Required Tools

Large serving platter Sharp knife Small spoon

Allergen Information

Contains tree nuts (pistachios) and dairy (if cheese is used) Dates and coconut are generally allergen-safe but always double-check labels for cross-contamination

Nutritional Information

Calories 170 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 3 g per serving

Delicious winter fruit platter featuring sweet figs, dates, pear slices, and grapes, arranged beautifully. Save to Pinterest
Delicious winter fruit platter featuring sweet figs, dates, pear slices, and grapes, arranged beautifully. | mosscedar.com

Enjoy this beautiful platter as a refreshing dessert or a sophisticated appetizer it will delight your guests every time.

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Winter Fig and Date Platter

A vibrant winter fruit arrangement with figs, dates, coconut, nuts, and honey garnishes.

Time to Prep
15 minutes
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Overall Time
15 minutes
Recipe by Jacob King


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Makes 6 Number of Servings

Dietary Details Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheat-Free

Ingredient List

Fresh Fruits

01 8 fresh figs, halved
02 12 Medjool dates, pitted and halved
03 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
04 1 small bunch red grapes, halved

Snowdrift Topping

01 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
02 ½ cup crumbled soft goat cheese or ricotta (optional)

Garnishes

01 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
02 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
03 Honey, for drizzling
04 Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

How to Prepare

Step 01

Arrange Fresh Fruits: Place the fig halves, date halves, pear slices, and grape halves artfully on a large serving platter.

Step 02

Add Coconut Flakes: Sprinkle the coconut flakes evenly over the fruit to mimic a snowdrift effect.

Step 03

Distribute Cheese: If desired, dot the platter with small spoonfuls of goat cheese or ricotta for added creaminess.

Step 04

Sprinkle Garnishes: Scatter chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds over the top for texture and color.

Step 05

Drizzle Honey: Lightly drizzle honey over the assembled platter to enhance sweetness.

Step 06

Add Fresh Mint: Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately to preserve freshness.

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What You’ll Need

  • Large serving platter
  • Sharp knife
  • Small spoon

Allergy Details

Always check every ingredient for allergens. Talk to a healthcare provider if you’re not sure.
  • Contains tree nuts (pistachios) and dairy if cheese is included.

Nutrition Information (each serving)

Nutrition info is for reference only and not a substitute for doctor’s advice.
  • Energy: 170
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Total Protein: 3 g

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