Save A romantic and vibrant fruit platter arranged in a heart shape, featuring fresh, colorful fruits perfect for special occasions or as a healthy, eye-catching dessert.
A romantic and vibrant fruit platter arranged in a heart shape, featuring fresh, colorful fruits perfect for special occasions or as a healthy, eye-catching dessert.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved, 1 cup red grapes, halved, 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup watermelon, cut into small heart shapes, 1 cup pineapple, cut into small heart shapes or cubes, 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup blueberries
- Optional Dips: 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy free alternative), 2 tbsp honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Using a small heart shaped cookie cutter, cut watermelon and pineapple into heart shapes.
- Step 3:
- Arrange all fruit pieces on a large serving board or platter, forming a heart shape. Start with the largest pieces (watermelon, pineapple) as the outline, then fill in with strawberries, grapes, raspberries, kiwi, and blueberries.
- Step 4:
- Place a small bowl of Greek yogurt or your chosen dip near the board. Drizzle with honey if desired.
- Step 5:
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Pin it Serve with chocolate sauce or whipped cream for a more decadent option.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, Cutting board, Small heart shaped cookie cutter, Serving board or platter, Small bowl (for dip)
Allergen Information
Contains milk (if using dairy yogurt) use a plant based yogurt for dairy free option. Honey is not suitable for children under 1 year old. Always double check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 0.7 g, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 2.5 g
Pin it This sweetheart fruit board is perfect for special occasions and sure to impress your guests with its vibrant presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I create the heart shapes for the fruit platter?
Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut watermelon and pineapple into charming heart pieces for an eye-catching arrangement.
- → What fruits work best in this colorful arrangement?
Strawberries, grapes, raspberries, watermelon, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries offer a vibrant and tasty combination with varied textures and colors.
- → Can I substitute any fruits or add extras?
Seasonal fruits like mango, cherries, or peaches can be swapped in to personalize the platter according to taste and availability.
- → What dipping options complement the fruit board?
A small bowl of vanilla Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative works well, with optional honey drizzle for added sweetness.
- → How should I prepare and serve the fruit platter?
Wash and dry fruits thoroughly, arrange them on a large platter in a heart shape starting with watermelon and pineapple pieces, then serve immediately to ensure freshness.