Best 10 Fresh Fruit Cup Recipes

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Fresh fruit cups are a delightful and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack. They are a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and are also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With so many different fruits to choose from, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a delicious and unique fruit cup. Whether you prefer a simple combination of a few fruits or a more elaborate arrangement with a variety of colors and flavors, there is a perfect fruit cup recipe out there for everyone.

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FRUIT CUPS



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These are just awesome! I love to make them up and freeze them for breakfast or a quick snack. For kid-sized servings, use 5-oz cups and fill them with 1/2 c. of the fruit mixture (yield 24 1/2-cup servings). For a larger serving, freeze in 9-oz cups (yield 12 1-cup servings). If using the larger cup, you need to remove them about 15 minutes before serving. FYI, in my freezer I timed the 9-oz cup and it took 1 hour for it to be slushy and 2 hours to be completely frozen. Dont worry if you taste it before freezing and the mixture is a little bit tart, the flavors mellow after freezing. Great for once-a-month cooking. Enjoy!

Provided by Munchkin Mama

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 9-oz cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen sliced strawberries (in sugar)
1 (12 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple (used crushed for best overall texture)
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges
1/3 cup lemon juice (bottled is fine)
6 bananas, sliced in coins

Steps:

  • Without draining any of the fruit, combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Spoon by the cupful into 9 oz. cups and freeze until firm. (Package in plastic airtight bags or cover with plastic wrap for long-term storage).
  • Remove from freezer about 15 minutes prior to serving. I like to serve them when they are slushy but still frozen.

FRUIT CUPS



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Fruit cups, these are lovely and are perfect for Valentines Day, a baby shower, a kids birthday party or any special event.

Provided by Ester Perez

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pints of blueberries
1 bag of green grapes
3 small watermelons
2 large slices of honeydew melon
(21 plastic cups and 21 toothpicks)

Steps:

  • Set out 21 small plastic cups. (9 fluid ounce cups)
  • Layer the bottom of the cups with blueberries.
  • Divide the grapes among the cups and reserve 21 grapes for later.
  • Make the watermelon balls with a small melon baller. See visual tutorial on post above. Divide among the cups.
  • Cut out 21 hearts from the honeydew melon.
  • Stick a toothpick into the grape and place melon heart on top of toothpick. Stick the toothpick into a watermelon. Make sure the watermelon is nestled in the center so it is balanced. Repeat with remaining hearts and grapes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 238 calories, Sugar 48.8 g, Sodium 10.1 mg, Fat 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

HOMEMADE FRUIT CUPS



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Making your own homemade fruit cups is really easy. You can now enjoy a healthy version of the store-bought kind made with real fruit!

Provided by MOMables

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups fresh fruit, washed and diced
6 ounces Honest Kids Berry Berry Good Lemonade

Steps:

  • Divide the fruit into four water-tight, lidded lunch containers.
  • Fill each container with enough lemonade to almost cover the fruit. You might need more liquid, depending on the container size.
  • Close the lid, and give it a quick shake to coat all the fruit with the lemonade.

OVERNIGHT FRUIT CUP



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I can't begin to count how many times I've been asked for this recipe...it's become my trademark! It's so simple because it's prepared the night before, giving me time to enjoy my mornings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 15-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange segments, undrained
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup green grapes
1 firm banana, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Add orange juice concentrate; mix well. Add all of the fruit; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

RED, WHITE, AND BLUE FRUIT CUPS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint fresh strawberries
1 pint fresh blueberries
1 pint fresh blackberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 pint heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Slice strawberries and combine in a bowl with blue and/or blackberries. Sprinkle berries with two teaspoons sugar. Whip cream until soft peaks form and sweeten with remaining sugar. Serve berries in small cups with generous spoonfuls of fresh whipped cream.

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 to 14 fruit cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups frozen peaches, thawed and chopped into large chunks
2 cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 can fruit cocktail, drained
6 medium firm bananas, chopped into chunks
1 small can frozen pineapple-orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/3 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine the peaches, oranges, pineapple, fruit cocktail, bananas, juice concentrate and lemon juice in a bowl and mix until combined. Place in small disposable plastic cups and cover with plastic wrap or foil. Freeze until firm. Remove from the freezer 45 minutes to 1 hour before serving to thaw.

MARSHMALLOW DRESSING (FOR A FRESH FRUIT CUP)



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Make and share this Marshmallow Dressing (For a Fresh Fruit Cup) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups marshmallow cream
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Put the fluff, orange juice, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • With an electric mixer, mix it up good.
  • Add the mayonnaise and mix well.
  • Refrigerate till time to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.1, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 390.4, Carbohydrate 187.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 108.8, Protein 2.2

MIMOSA FRUIT CUPS



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Here's an easy, make-ahead fruit salad that doubles as a light, refreshing dessert. It'll add sparkle to any occasion!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 large orange, peeled, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large red apple, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large pear, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 large banana, sliced
1 1/2 cups champagne or sparkling white grape juice

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir sugar, orange peel and orange juice until sugar is dissolved. Gently stir in orange, apple, pear and grapes until coated. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Just before serving, stir in banana and champagne. Spoon about 3/4 cup fruit with juice into each of 8 footed dessert cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (3/4 Cup), Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

PERFECT SUMMER FRUIT SALAD



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The perfect fruit salad for a backyard bbq or any occasion. There are never leftovers! This is one of my favorite fruit salad recipes, as I think the sauce really makes it. This salad is tastier the longer you can let it soak in its juices. I prefer 3 to 4 hours in the refrigerator before I serve it. Enjoy.

Provided by Nicole Graham Holley

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅔ cup fresh orange juice
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon grated orange zest
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
3 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
3 bananas, sliced
2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 cup seedless grapes
2 cups blueberries

Steps:

  • Bring orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and lemon zest to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.
  • Layer the fruit in a large, clear glass bowl in this order: pineapple, strawberries, kiwi fruit, bananas, oranges, grapes, and blueberries. Pour the cooled sauce over the fruit. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 4.7 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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These are fun little treats that my mother used to make! Great for kids! Pop them out of the freezer for a quick treat!

Provided by HEATHERGARR

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¾ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
¼ cup chopped maraschino cherries
3 bananas, peeled and diced
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, lemon juice, sugar and salt until blended. Fold in the pineapple, cherries, bananas and pecans. Pour into paper lined muffin tins. Freeze until set, then transfer to resealable freezer bags for storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 29.9 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

Tips for Making a Refreshing and Delicious Fruit Cup:

  • Choose ripe, fresh fruits: The quality of your fruit will greatly impact the flavor of your fruit cup. Opt for fruits that are in season and at their peak of ripeness, as they will be sweeter and more flavorful.
  • Variety is key: Don't be afraid to mix and match different fruits to create a colorful and flavorful fruit cup. Some popular combinations include berries, citrus fruits, tropical fruits, and melons.
  • Prepare your fruits properly: Before adding your fruits to the cup, wash and cut them into bite-sized pieces. If you're using fruits that brown easily, such as apples or bananas, toss them in a bit of lemon juice or pineapple juice to prevent them from discoloring.
  • Add some sweetness: If your fruits are not very sweet, you can add a drizzle of honey, agave nectar, or maple syrup to enhance their flavor. You can also add a pinch of sugar or a splash of fruit juice.
  • Don't overcrowd the cup: When assembling your fruit cup, leave some space at the top for the juices to collect. This will prevent the fruit from becoming soggy and watery.
  • Chill before serving: For a refreshing treat, chill your fruit cup in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. You can also add some ice cubes to the cup just before serving.

Conclusion:

A fruit cup is a simple yet delicious and refreshing snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its vibrant colors, sweet flavors, and nutritional benefits, it's a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying treat. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, a light and refreshing snack, or a healthy dessert, a fruit cup is sure to hit the spot. So next time you're craving something sweet and healthy, reach for a fruit cup and enjoy the goodness of fresh fruits!

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