Happy Birthday Cake Slice (Print View)

A colorful fruit arrangement shaped like a cake slice ideal for festive gatherings and snacks.

# Components:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into small triangles
04 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1 cup green melon, balled or cubed
07 - 1 cup blackberries
08 - 1 banana, sliced (optional, add just before serving)

→ Decorative & Dipping Elements

09 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
10 - 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
11 - 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
12 - 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (optional for dipping)

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Place a large rectangular or round serving board on a flat surface and mark a triangle to represent the cake slice using fruit or a small piece of parchment paper as a guide.
02 - Arrange pineapple pieces along the wide end of the triangle, mimicking the base layer of a cake.
03 - Build layers by arranging rows of strawberries, kiwi, and blueberries above the pineapple, alternating colors and textures to enhance visual appeal.
04 - Place blackberries and halved red grapes along one edge of the triangle to create a decorative border resembling frosting.
05 - Position mini marshmallows along the top edge of the slice to simulate piped frosting.
06 - Evenly sprinkle white chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles over the marshmallow frosting for a festive touch.
07 - Place a small row of banana slices near the narrow tip of the triangle just before serving to avoid browning.
08 - Place a small bowl of vanilla Greek yogurt beside the fruit board for dipping, if desired.
09 - Decorate the arrangement with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for celebrations and healthy snacking
  • Easy to customize with your favorite fruits
02 -
  • Keep bananas and apples fresh by tossing them lightly with lemon juice before arranging
  • For a vegan version, use coconut yogurt and omit marshmallows or use vegan marshmallows
03 -
  • Arrange fruits in contrasting colors and textures for a visually appealing display
  • Add banana slices last to prevent browning and preserve freshness
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