How festive is this? I ran across this recipe from Family Fun just in time for the Fourth of July. Not only does it look great, it’s also easy to make and it’s healthy.
Family Fun says, “For ultimate freshness, prepare this treat right before serving. Present it with toothpicks for spearing the fruit and a bowl of your favorite dip, if desired.”
Ingredients:
29 large strawberries
30 large blackberries
7 or so large bananas
Lemon juice
1. Hull and halve 29 large strawberries and set them aside.
2. Arrange 30 large blackberries, as shown, in the upper left corner of a serving tray or cutting board (it should be at least 8 by 13 inches).
3. Cut 58 banana slices, 3/4-inch-thick, into a bowl. Sprinkle on lemon juice and toss the slices gently with a rubber spatula to keep them from browning.
4. Assemble the banana slices in rows as shown and top each slice with a strawberry half.
Can’t wait to try this! Maybe with a little Lite Cool Whip on the side…
Photo Credit: Family Fun
Well, it is pretty, I could take it to the pool on the 4th with a light cool whip…
That’s a neat idea! Usually you see those flag designs made on top of a sheet cake, so this is definitely a healthier option.