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Rainbow Fruit Tray

Bursting with sunshine and flavor, this beautiful Rainbow Fruit Tray is just the thing you need for your next spring or summer get-together!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: finger food, game day, summer
Servings: 20
Calories: 97kcal

Ingredients
 

Fruit Rainbow

  • RED – Strawberries, Raspberries, Red Cherries, Red Apples, Watermelon, Pomegranate Seeds, Red Grapes
  • ORANGE – Oranges, Tangerines, Mandarin Oranges, Cantaloupe, Apricots, Persimmons, Mangoes
  • YELLOW – Pineapple, Bananas, Golden Kiwi, Yellow Apples, Yellow Peaches, Yellow Plus, Yellow Watermelon, Starfruit, Yellow Cherries
  • GREEN – Green Grapes, Kiwi, Honeydew Melon, Green Apples, Green Pears
  • Blue/Indigo/Purple: Blueberries, Blackberries, Purple Grapes, Plums, Figs, Purple Passionfruit, Prunes, Concord grapes

FRUIT DIP

  • 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
  • 7 ounces marshmallow creme
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Board Accents

  • Toothpicks
  • 2 Small Bowls (for pot of gold candy & the other for fruit dip)
  • Gold Wrapped Candy

Instructions

  • Trim and cut fruit in desired shapes. The amount of fruit will depend on how many you intend to serve and how much you want as leftovers.
  • With a hand mixer on in a stand mixer, beat cream cheese, marshmallow creme, and vanilla extract 1 minute or until smooth. Spoon into a small bowl or reserved melon half.
  • On a snack board, create a fruit rainbow in an arch form or straight lines from right to left in this order: ROYGBIV (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet). 
  • Place the cloud (fruit dip bowl) at one end of the rainbow outlined by a sunshine cut-out from fresh pineapple. On the other end of the rainbow, add a bowl filled with your favorite gold wrapped candy. Add toothpicks or bamboo skewers on the side for serving.

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Notes

Nutrition information varies based on the type of fruit. The values provided are for 1 cup of an average mix of fresh fruit and does not include the fruit dip or candy.
    • Size of Your Platter per Number of People: Plan for about ½ to 1 cup of fruit per person when serving a fruit tray as a snack or appetizer. If serving as part of a meal or larger spread, you may want to increase the portion size.
    • Consider Seasonality: Choose fruits that are in season for the freshest and most flavorful options. Seasonal fruits are also often more affordable and readily available.
    • Preparation and Presentation: Wash and thoroughly dry all fruits before cutting or arranging them on the tray. Cut fruits into bite-sized pieces or slices for easy serving and eating.
    • Add a Variety of Textures: Incorporate fruits with different textures to provide contrast and interest. Mix crisp and crunchy fruits (apples, grapes) with softer and juicier options (melons, berries) for a well-balanced tray.
    • Fruit Dip Substitutions: Here are some healthier alternatives and tips for making this fruit dip:
        • Yogurt Dip: Substitute some or all of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt adds creaminess and tanginess to the dip while also boosting protein and reducing the overall fat content.
        • Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese: Opt for reduced-fat or light cream cheese instead of full-fat cream cheese to reduce the calorie and fat content of the dip while still maintaining a creamy texture.
        • Natural Sweeteners: Use natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar instead of marshmallow fluff to sweeten the dip. These alternatives add sweetness without as much added sugar.
        • Whipped Coconut Cream: Instead of marshmallow fluff, try using whipped coconut cream as a lighter alternative. Simply chill a can of full-fat coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight, then scoop out the solidified cream and whip it until fluffy.
    • Keep it Fresh: To maintain freshness, assemble the fruit tray shortly before serving. If preparing in advance, store the cut fruits in the refrigerator and assemble the tray just before serving to prevent wilting or discoloration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1.4g | Sodium: 2mg
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