Coconut Cream Fruit Salad
Coconut-Cream Fruit Salad is a delicious and refreshing dessert that combines the sweetness of various fruits with the rich and creamy flavor of coconut. Here's a simple recipe for you:
Prep Time35 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 216kcal
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup adjust according to your sweetness preference
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Assorted fresh fruits e.g., pineapple chunks, mango slices, strawberries, kiwi, grapes, etc.
- Shredded coconut for garnish optional
- Mint leaves for garnish optional
Prepare the Coconut Cream Mixture:In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut cream, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.Whisk the mixture until well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. Prepare the Fruits:Wash and prepare the fruits. Peel and chop them into bite-sized pieces.If you're using fruits that tend to brown quickly (like apples or bananas), you can toss them in a bit of lemon juice to prevent discoloration. Combine Coconut Cream and Fruits:Gently fold the prepared fruits into the coconut cream mixture until all the fruits are evenly coated. Chill:Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to a container with a lid.Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Serve:Before serving, give the fruit salad a gentle stir.Optionally, garnish with shredded coconut and mint leaves for added freshness and texture. Enjoy:Serve the Coconut-Cream Fruit Salad chilled and enjoy this delightful, tropical dessert!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other favorite fruits or incorporating elements like toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor. This fruit salad is versatile and can be adapted to suit your taste preferences.