Description
This festive Fruit Christmas Tree is a creative and healthy holiday centerpiece crafted from a colorful assortment of fresh fruits. Using pineapple as the base, it features pears, strawberries, kiwi stars, grapes, clementines, blackberries, blueberries, and fresh mint, assembled with toothpicks and skewers into a charming, edible decoration perfect for holiday parties or a fun family treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 1 small or medium pineapple
- 1 pear
Fruit Decorations
- Fresh blackberries (small pack)
- Fresh strawberries (small pack – kept whole or cut into halves or fourths depending on size)
- 3 kiwi (cut into small stars with cookie cutter)
- 3 fresh clementines (peeled and segmented)
- Green grapes (small pack)
- Fresh blueberries (small pack)
- Fresh mint leaves
Assembly Tools
- Toothpicks
- Large skewer
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash and pat dry all the fruits thoroughly with paper towels to remove moisture and prevent slipping during assembly.
- Prepare the Pineapple Base: Cut off the very top and bottom of the pineapple. Then slice off the top slice to use for the star decoration by cutting a star shape with a cookie cutter. Shape the pineapple base into a nice cone by trimming around the sides.
- Prepare the Pear Trunk: Cut the bottom of the pear so it can stand upright. Attach the pear to the top of the pineapple base using a large skewer for stability.
- Attach the Star Topper: Insert a toothpick into the top of the pear and then slide the pineapple star onto the toothpick, securing it firmly at the top of the tree.
- Create Additional Stars: Using the leftover pineapple cut-offs, use the star cookie cutter to cut out small stars for decoration.
- Begin Decorating with Large Fruits: Start by attaching larger pieces such as strawberries, clementine segments, and green grapes to the pineapple base using toothpicks. Space them evenly around the tree.
- Fill in the Gaps: Add smaller fruits like blackberries, blueberries, and the pineapple and kiwi stars to fill in empty spaces and create a balanced look.
- Add Mint Garnish: Place fresh mint leaves intermittently around the tree to add color contrast and to cover any exposed pineapple base.
- Finishing Touches: Ensure the pineapple star is securely positioned on top. Make any final adjustments to the fruit placements for visual appeal.
- Storage: If there is any leftover fruit after serving, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Notes
- This fruit Christmas tree is a healthy and eye-catching centerpiece ideal for holiday parties or kid-friendly treats.
- Use a sharp knife and sturdy cookie cutters to create clean star shapes from the pineapple and kiwi.
- Choose fresh, firm fruit for best assembly and presentation.
- Adjust fruit sizes by cutting strawberries and grapes as needed to fit the structure smoothly.
- Assemble the tree just before serving to keep fruit fresh and prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 68 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.02 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
