This beautiful Christmas fruit tray makes a wonderful addition to any holiday meal. Candied grapes are easy to make and add a gorgeous translucent look to this festive fruit wreath.
christmas fruit tray wreath
If you're looking for a beautiful and delicious way to wow your guests this holiday season, look no further. This Christmas fruit platter is so gorgeous, easy to make, delicious and refreshing. Don't let this scare you! It looks impressive, but it's actually simple to configure. And those sugar grapes? It's really amazing. The simple syrup hardens and adds the perfect crunch to each grape… I couldn't stop eating it! This is worth the (minimal) effort. Little finger promise.
This fruit decoration is perfect as a Christmas appetizer or to take to a holiday party. This is a great recipe that kids can enjoy too!
Ingredients needed to make this Christmas fruit tray:
- Kiwi
- apologize
- raspberry
- Pomegranate
- grape
- sugar
- mint sprig
How to make a Christmas fruit wreath:
- Make candied grapes. Add 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 water to a small saucepan. Boil over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the liquid becomes clear. This takes approximately 3 minutes. Set aside and let cool to room temperature. Dip the grapes into the sugar mixture and then place them on a wire rack, making sure they are not touching each other. Let sit for about 30 minutes. Next, roll it in the remaining sugar. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before use.
- Please prepare the remaining fruits as well. Peel the kiwi and cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Remove the seeds from the pomegranate. Cut the apples into thin slices. Using a small star cookie cutter, cut out stars from some of the pieces. If desired, sprinkle apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Assemble the fruit wreath. Place the kiwi in a round shape on a large round plate or serving plate. Top with apple slices, sugared grapes, remaining kiwi slices and raspberries to balance the fruit and color. Top with pomegranate arils and garnish with apple stars and mint leaves.
- provide. Serve with a simple yogurt dip, if desired. In the center, I added mint leaves and pomegranates to remind me of holly berries. enjoy!
tips and suggestions
Easy Christmas Fruit Salad
Don't you want to make a wreath? This fruit salad still looks and tastes amazing just by stacking it in a serving bowl!
What is the best way to remove pomegranate seeds?
Cut the pomegranate in half horizontally. Hold the cut end of the pomegranate over a bowl of water. Use a wooden spoon to pound the back of the pomegranate until it tastes delicious. The arils fall into the water and separate from the white pith.
easy fruit dip
For a simple and delicious fruit dip, combine 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 8 ounces Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth. Place in small bowls and serve immediately.
Storing Leftover Food
Leftover candied grapes will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 days.
Replace or add:
- strawberry
- cherry
- ship
- pineapple
- watermelon
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christmas fruit tray
Serving Size: 10 people
calorie: 134calorie
- 10 middle Kiwi
- One middle Pomegranate
- One cup fresh raspberries
- One middle apologize
- mint leaves For decoration
candied grapes
- 2 cup red grapes
- 2 cup green grapes
- 1/2 cup sugar, split
- 1/4 cup water
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Place 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Continue stirring over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. It's done when the liquid becomes clear. This takes approximately 3 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
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Add grapes to the sugar water in batches. Using a slotted spoon, remove grapes and place on a wire rack over a sheet tray. Make sure it doesn't touch the grapes and let it sit for about 30 minutes.
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Add remaining 1/4 cup sugar to plate or large bowl. Roll the grapes in sugar. Repeat until all grapes are coated with sugar. Place in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
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While the grapes are cooling, slice the kiwis and place them in a single layer in a circle on a round serving tray. Cut the apples into thin slices and use a small star cutter to cut them into stars.
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Remove the seeds from the pomegranate and set aside the arils.
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Once the grapes have cooled, place the grapes, raspberries, and pomegranate arils in that order on top of the kiwi. Place fruits to balance different colors and shapes. Add apple stars on top and garnish with mint leaves to finish. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. enjoy!
calorie: 134calorie | carbohydrate: 33g | protein: 2g | province: Oneg | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated fat: 0.1g | salt: 7mg | potassium: 400mg | fiber: 6g | sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 77mg | calcium: 45mg | steel: Onemg
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Natalie Monson
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