Santa fruit platter pineapple (Printer View)

A festive fruit arrangement shaped like Santa with pineapple beard and colorful fresh fruits.

# Components:

→ Base and Beard

01 - 1 medium pineapple, peeled and sliced for the beard
02 - 1 large red apple, sliced for Santa's hat

→ Face and Features

03 - 1 banana, peeled and sliced for the face
04 - 2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced for eyes and hat trim
05 - 2 blueberries for pupils
06 - 1 strawberry for the nose
07 - 6 to 8 mini marshmallows for hat trim and pom-pom
08 - 6 to 8 seedless red grapes for mouth and decoration

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - 1 handful pomegranate seeds
10 - Fresh mint leaves for color enhancement

# Method:

01 - Slice the pineapple into thin half-moon pieces and arrange them in a fan shape at the bottom of a large serving platter to form the beard.
02 - Place banana slices directly above the pineapple to form an oval shape representing the face.
03 - Arrange apple slices in an arc above the banana to depict the hat.
04 - Line the base of the hat with kiwi slices and cluster mini marshmallows at the tip to simulate the pom-pom.
05 - Use kiwi slices and blueberries to craft the eyes, positioning them appropriately on the banana face.
06 - Place the strawberry centrally to represent the nose.
07 - Slice red grapes and arrange them to mimic a smiling mouth.
08 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and fresh mint leaves around the platter for festive color and freshness.
09 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble and visually stunning
  • Healthy and vegetarian friendly
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use coconut marshmallows or omit them
  • Lightly brush banana and apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning
03 -
  • Use fresh ripe fruits for best flavor and color
  • Prepare fruits just before serving to keep freshness
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