Cocktail Fruit Sweet Medley (Printable)
Fresh tropical fruits blended with a subtle syrup for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare fruit medley.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 1 cup pineapple, peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup mango, peeled and diced
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
04 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
05 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
→ Syrup
06 - 1/3 cup water
07 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
# Steps:
01 - In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract if using, then let cool to room temperature.
02 - Place all prepared fruits into a large bowl.
03 - Pour the cooled syrup over the mixed fruits and gently toss to coat evenly.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Serve chilled, either on its own or as a topping for yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It looks impressive but comes together in less time than it takes to brew coffee.
- The syrup keeps everything glossy and just sweet enough without feeling heavy.
- You can swap fruits based on what's ripe or what's on sale and it still works beautifully.
02 -
- Let the syrup cool all the way before adding it to the fruit or the heat will make everything mushy and sad.
- Don't skip the chilling time; an hour in the fridge turns this from good to something people remember.
03 -
- A splash of orange liqueur or white rum in the syrup makes this feel fancy without extra effort.
- Garnish with torn mint leaves right before serving for a pop of color and a hint of freshness that wakes everything up.