Baby in Bloom Fruit Platter (Print Version)

A fresh, vibrant fruit display paired with a smooth honey-yogurt dip for festive occasions.

# Components:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 cup seedless grapes, red and/or green
03 - 1 cup blueberries
04 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into small wedges or chunks
05 - 1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew, balled or cubed
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
08 - 1 apple, sliced, brushed with lemon juice to prevent browning
09 - Edible flowers, mint leaves, or baby's breath for garnish

→ Yogurt Dip

10 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - Zest of 1 lemon

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull, peel, and slice as needed according to fruit type.
02 - On a large round or oval platter, arrange fruit in concentric circles alternating colors. Position orange slices and kiwi at center to resemble flower core, then fan out strawberries, grapes, pineapple, and melon as petals.
03 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
04 - Pour yogurt dip into a small bowl and position in center or alongside the arranged fruit platter.
05 - Decorate platter with fresh mint leaves or edible flowers for festive presentation. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when you actually spent twenty minutes, which feels like getting away with something delicious.
  • Every single element is naturally sweet and colorful, so even picky eaters find something they'll genuinely eat.
  • The yogurt dip tastes indulgent but contains nothing that will weigh anyone down—perfect for celebrations where you want to feel light afterward.
02 -
  • Dry your fruit thoroughly after washing—moisture is the enemy of a beautiful presentation, and slippery fruit won't stay where you arranged it.
  • If you're making this more than a few hours ahead, keep the yogurt dip separate and covered in plastic wrap so it doesn't pick up odors from the refrigerator.
03 -
  • Prep your fruit in advance and store each type separately in the refrigerator, then assemble the platter no more than an hour before serving—this keeps everything fresh and crisp.
  • If you're serving this at a baby shower or celebration, arrange it on a platter that complements your color scheme or the event's theme, and your effort suddenly feels ten times more intentional.
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