Santa Fruit Platter Pineapple (Printable)

Festive fruit arrangement showcasing pineapple beard with a vibrant mix of fresh seasonal fruits.

# Ingredient list:

→ Base & Beard

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

→ Face & Features

03 - 1 banana, peeled and sliced for the face
04 - 2 kiwifruits, 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

# Cooking steps:

01 - Slice the pineapple into thin half-moon pieces. Arrange them in a fan shape at the bottom of a large serving platter to form Santa's beard.
02 - Place banana slices above the pineapple in an oval shape to represent Santa's face.
03 - Arrange apple slices in an arc above the banana to mimic Santa's hat.
04 - Line the base of the apple hat with kiwi slices and place a cluster of mini marshmallows at the hat's tip as the pom-pom.
05 - Position kiwi slices and blueberries on the banana face to form the eyes.
06 - Center a strawberry on the banana face to serve as Santa's nose.
07 - Slice red grapes and arrange them below the nose to shape Santa's smiling mouth.
08 - Scatter pomegranate seeds and fresh mint leaves around the platter for a festive touch. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • One platter to delight both kids and adults
  • Fresh and healthy festive treat
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use coconut marshmallows or omit them
  • To prevent browning, lightly brush banana and apple slices with lemon juice
03 -
  • Use fresh fruit sliced just before serving for best appearance
  • Arrange the pieces on the platter gently to avoid bruising the fruit
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