Layered Fruit & Cream Dessert in a Jar: A Festive Treat
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About Layered Fruit & Cream Dessert in a Jar: A Festive Treat
Celebrate the season with this stunning Layered Fruit & Cream Dessert in a Jar! A delightful combination of juicy fruits, crunchy biscuits, fluffy cake, and creamy layers makes this the perfect dessert for any gathering or cozy night in. This recipe, inspired by the vibrant colors of summer, is surprisingly simple to make yet delivers an impressive wow factor.Imagine the joy of layering fresh strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and pineapple with buttery McVities biscuits and moist sponge cake, all nestled in a charming jar. The velvety layers of whipped cream, finished with a sprinkle of festive silver balls, create a dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for sharing with friends and family!This recipe easily adapts to whatever fruit is in season, offering a unique and customizable dessert experience throughout the year. Try it for yourself and experience the magic of ‘Seasons in a Jar’!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook5 minutes
Total15 minutes
Ingredients
Fruit Layer
- 1 cup sliced Strawberries
- 1 cup sliced Cherries
- 1/2 cup Blueberries
- 1/2 cup cubed Pineapple
Base Layer
- 8 Biscuit finely crushed, mcvities digestive biscuits
Cake Layer
- 1 Sponge Cake any flavor, cubed
Cream Layer
- 1 cup Heavy Cream whipped; divided into white and pink portions. use gel food coloring for pink.
Garnish
- 1 tbsp Silver balls edible silver sprinkles or dragees; multi-colored sprinkles can be used as an alternative.
Instructions
Prepare the Jar
- Crush 8 McVities biscuits into fine crumbs.
Layer 1
- Place half of the crushed biscuits at the bottom of a jar or glass.
- Layer half of the sliced strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and pineapple on top of the biscuit layer.
- Add half of the cubed sponge cake.
- Pipe or spread a layer of the white whipped cream over the cake.
Layer 2
- Repeat the previous step: Add the remaining crushed biscuits, fruit, cake, and a layer of white whipped cream.
Finishing Touches
- Top with a layer of the pink whipped cream.
- Garnish with silver balls (or sprinkles) and additional fruit slices for decoration.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to chill.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, ripe fruit will make a significant difference in the flavor and appearance of the dessert.
- Adjust the amount of fruit to your preference. Feel free to substitute other fruits based on your taste and seasonal availability.
- If you don't have an icing bag, you can use a spoon or spatula to spread the whipped cream.
- To make the dessert ahead of time, prepare all the layers and assemble the jars up to the final garnish. Refrigerate until ready to serve and then add the final touches before serving.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 314kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 144mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 274IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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Absolutely mouthwatering! Thanks for sharing.
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Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.
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