Fruit basket
4 servings
20 minutes
A fruit basket is a bright and festive dish embodying the summer freshness and juiciness of fruits. The history of such desserts traces back to European culinary traditions where presentation aesthetics play an important role. In this version, the basket is carved from watermelon, creating a natural container for a juicy assortment. The taste of the dish is a harmony of sweet melon and watermelon, citrusy tartness of orange, and exotic notes of kiwi. Nuts add texture while cognac adds an exquisite depth of flavor. Powdered sugar finishes the composition with a light sweetness. The fruit basket is perfect for festive events, summer picnics, and romantic evenings, serving not only as a dessert but also as a table decoration.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Cut a basket with a handle from the watermelon.
3
Cut the flesh of half a watermelon (without seeds), melon, kiwi, and orange with zest into small cubes, add nuts and grapes.
- Watermelon: 1 piece
- Melon: 400 g
- Kiwi: 1 piece
- Oranges: 1 piece
- Shelled walnuts: 130 g
- Sultanas (seedless raisins): 200 g
4
Put in the basket, soak with cognac, and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Cognac (brandy): 100 ml
- Icing sugar: 100 g
