Embark on a culinary journey to create a vibrant and tantalizing tropical rainbow dessert that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. This delectable treat combines the vibrant colors of a summer sunset with the exotic flavors of tropical fruits, creating a dessert that is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can create this tropical masterpiece that will be the star of any occasion. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience a burst of tropical flavors with this incredible rainbow dessert.
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TROPICAL RAINBOW DESSERT
Classic ribbon gelatin salad gets an up-to-date makeover with this tropical treatment. Cream of coconut creates the creamy layers in these showstopping parfaits. I like to surprise my nieces and nephews with this Jell-O mold done in neon colors. -Dan Kelmenson, West Bloomfield, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve one package of strawberry gelatin in 3/4 cup boiling water. Stir in 3/4 cup cold water. Divide among 12 dessert dishes and refrigerate until set, or pour into a 3-qt. gelatin mold coated with cooking spray and refrigerate until set but not firm, 20-25 minutes., In a small bowl, dissolve remaining package of strawberry gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water. Add 1/2 cup cold water and scant 1/2 cup cream of coconut; stir. Spoon over the first layer. Chill until set but not firm, 20-25 minutes., Repeat six times, alternating plain gelatin layers with creamy gelatin layers. Chill each layer until set but not firm before spooning next layer on top. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Unmold onto a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 6g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
TROPICAL FRUIT DESSERT
Steps:
- Drain off any excess liquid from store-bought fruit salad. In a large bowl toss together all of the fruit, sugar and the Grand Mariner. Serve mixed fruit with mint leaves as garnish.
TROPICAL RAINBOW
Provided by Laura Fyfe
Categories Rum Tequila Food Processor Berry Dessert Frozen Dessert Blueberry Strawberry Spirit Summer Party Advance Prep Required Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the sugar and 1 cup (250 ml) water in a saucepan and slowly bring to a boil, allowing the sugar to dissolve. Let simmer gently for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
- Place the blueberries in a food processor and add the blue curaçao and one-third of the sugar syrup (about 5 tablespoons). Blitz until completely smooth, then pour into the bottom of four popsicle molds and place in the freezer for 1 1/2 hours.
- Meanwhile, clean the food processor bowl and add the mango with the tequila and another one-third of the syrup. Blitz until completely smooth.
- When the blueberry base is frozen solid, remove the molds from the freezer and pour over the mango mixture. Return the molds to the freezer and freeze for another 1 1/2 hours.
- Finally, blitz together the strawberries, rum, and remaining syrup. Pour the strawberry mixture over the mango layer once it has frozen solid.
- Freeze for another 1 1/2 hours, or until completely solid.
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh fruits. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your dessert.
- Choose a variety of fruits. This will give your dessert a more interesting flavor and appearance.
- Don't overmix the ingredients. Overmixing can make the dessert tough.
- Chill the dessert before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to slice.
- Serve the dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream. This will add a touch of sweetness and creaminess.
Conclusion:
The Tropical Rainbow Dessert is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh fruit, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavor, this dessert is a true feast for the senses. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give the Tropical Rainbow Dessert a try. You won't be disappointed!
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