Enchanted Mexican Fruit Salad Cups

Enchanted Mexican Fruit Salad Cups

Find your taste of Mexico with our Enchanted Mexican Fruit Salad Cups recipe, a delightful and easy-to-make gluten-free dessert perfect for any warm weather gathering.

Time: Prep: 20 mins Cook: N/A Total: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Mexican, Fruit Salad

Allergens

None (gluten-free)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) 1 cup diced mango 1 cup diced pineapple 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Zest of one lime Juice of two limes

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed berries, mango, pineapple, and mandarin oranges.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and lime zest.
  3. Sprinkle the spiced sugar mixture over the fruit, and gently toss to coat evenly.
  4. Add the lime juice and let the fruit marinate for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spoon the fruit mixture into individual glasses or cups, leaving a small amount of room at the top.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this dish is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, which creates an explosion of taste that will keep you coming back for more.

Notes

This recipe is versatile and can be adjusted to accommodate different fruits or spices based on personal preferences.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dessert takes inspiration from traditional Mexican flavors and combines them with a refreshing fruit salad, making it perfect for warm weather gatherings.