🥣🍇 CREAMY MIXED FRUIT BOWL

A sweet, colorful, creamy fruit salad perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a light snack.

✅ Ingredients

Fresh Fruits (use any 5–8 varieties)

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced

• 1 cup grapes (halved)

• 1 large banana, sliced

• 1 apple, diced

• 1 cup pineapple chunks

• 1 kiwi, sliced

• 1 mango, diced (optional)

• ½ cup blueberries (optional)

For the Creamy Dressing

• ¾ cup plain or vanilla yogurt

• 2 tablespoons condensed milk or honey

• 2 tablespoons heavy cream or whipping cream (optional, for richer texture)

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• A pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Optional Mix-ins

• 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

• 2 tablespoons shredded coconut

• A squeeze of fresh lemon juice (prevents apple/banana browning)

🥣 Instructions

1. Prepare the fruits

Wash, peel, and slice all fruits into bite-sized pieces.

2. Make the creamy dressing

In a bowl, whisk together:

• yogurt

• condensed milk or honey

• heavy cream (optional)

• vanilla

• pinch of cinnamon

Taste and adjust sweetness.

3. Combine

Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit mix and gently toss to coat everything evenly.

4. Chill

Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to thicken and enhance flavors.

5. Serve

Top with nuts or coconut for crunch. Enjoy cold!

⭐ Tips

• Use cold fruits for the best flavor.

• Add banana right before serving to prevent mushiness.

• For thicker dressing, use Greek yogurt.

• For lighter versions, skip heavy cream.

❓ Q&A About Creamy Mixed Fruit Bowl

Q1: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes, but prepare no more than 8–10 hours ahead. Add bananas and apples just before serving.

Q2: How do I keep fruits from turning brown?

A: Toss apple, banana, and pear pieces with a little lemon juice before mixing.

Q3: Can I make it dairy-free?

A: Absolutely! Swap with:

• Coconut yogurt

• Almond yogurt

• Oat yogurt
  Use maple syrup or agave for sweetness.

Q4: What fruits should I avoid?

A:

• Watermelon (makes salad watery)

• Overripe bananas (get mushy)

• Very soft berries (collapse easily)

Q5: Can I add protein?

Yes! Add:

• Greek yogurt

• Protein powder (vanilla works best)

• Cottage cheese (blend into dressing)

Q6: How long does it last in the fridge?

A: About 24 hours — fruits start releasing water after that.

Q7: Can I make it sugar-free?

A: Yes! Use unsweetened yogurt and add no sweeteners, or use stevia if needed. Fruits provide enough natural sweetness.