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Christmas Fruit Wreath

Holiday Fruit Wreath – Christmas Fruit Tray Ideas

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Green base fruits (for the wreath shape): Green grapes, kiwi, honeydew, or sliced green apples
  • Red accent fruits: Strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate arils, or red grapes
  • Neutral/contrast fruits: Pineapple, clementines or mandarins, blueberries, blackberries
  • Herbal garnish (optional but lovely): Fresh rosemary sprigs or mint
  • Edible accents: Unsweetened coconut flakes (snow effect), dried cranberries, dark chocolate chips or curls (optional)
  • Dip options: Vanilla yogurt, whipped cream cheese and honey, or a citrusy yogurt dip
  • Citrus for freshness: 1 lemon or lime for tossing with cut apples/pears to prevent browning
  • Tray and tools: A large round platter or cutting board, small bowl for dip, paring knife, paper towels

Method
 

  1. Choose your platter: Use a round board or a large flat plate. Place a small bowl in the center for dip to guide the wreath shape.
  2. Prep the fruit: Rinse everything well and pat dry. Slice strawberries, peel and slice kiwi, segment clementines, and cut pineapple into bite-sized pieces. If using apples or pears, toss slices with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Create the green base: Arrange green grapes, kiwi slices, or honeydew in a circular ring around the dip bowl, leaving a little space between the bowl and the edge of the platter. This forms the “evergreen” look.
  4. Add red pops: Tuck in strawberries, raspberries, red grapes, or pomegranate arils evenly around the ring. Think of them like ornaments—little bursts of color that stand out.
  5. Fill the gaps: Add pineapple, blueberries, or clementine segments to fill in any spaces. Keep the overall shape round and slightly fluffy, not flat.
  6. Add herbal “wreath” details: Insert short rosemary sprigs or mint leaves around the ring to mimic pine needles and add a fresh aroma.
  7. Finish with festive touches: Sprinkle a pinch of coconut flakes over the top for a light snow effect. If you like, add a few dried cranberries or a small amount of dark chocolate curls for extra flair.
  8. Make the dip: Fill the center bowl with vanilla yogurt or a quick blend of cream cheese, yogurt, honey, and a squeeze of lemon. Garnish with pomegranate arils or a dusting of cinnamon.
  9. Chill until serving: Cover loosely and refrigerate for up to a few hours. Add any delicate garnish like mint and coconut right before serving so it stays fresh.
  10. Serve with small tongs or picks: Make it easy for guests to grab pieces without disturbing the design too much.