Description

This fruit cocktail is the ultimate mix of freshness, color, and flavor. Made with a blend of juicy fruits and a splash of citrus, it’s light, refreshing, and incredibly easy to customize. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a naturally sweet dessert, this recipe stands out for its versatility, quick prep time, and crowd-pleasing taste. Whether you’re using canned, fresh, or a mix of both, it’s a simple way to bring a little sunshine to your table.

Ingredients

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained if using canned)
1 cup seedless grapes (red or green, halved if large)
1 cup peach slices (peeled if fresh, or canned in juice)
1 cup mandarin orange segments (canned, drained)
½ cup maraschino cherries (halved)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
1–2 tablespoons honey or light syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prep the fruit: Wash and slice all fresh fruits into bite-sized pieces. Drain canned fruits thoroughly and gently pat dry with a paper towel.
Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the pineapple, grapes, peaches, mandarin oranges, and cherries.
Add citrus and sweetener: Drizzle the lemon or lime juice over the fruit. If desired, stir in honey or syrup for a sweeter taste.
Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the fruit cocktail for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mix to chill.
Serve: Spoon into individual bowls or cups, garnish with mint if using, and serve cold.

Notes

For extra texture, consider adding diced apples or pears just before serving.
Substitute maple syrup or agave for honey to make the recipe vegan.
This recipe can be made up to 24 hours in advance—just stir gently before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert / Snack
Method: No-cook / Tossed
Cuisine: International / American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 165
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 15mg
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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