Best 7 Grandmas Frozen Fruit Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and nutritious snack with Grandma's Frozen Fruit Cups, a delightful treat that combines the goodness of fresh fruits, yogurt, and granola. These individual cups are a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a burst of sweetness from the frozen fruits, a creamy tang from the yogurt, and a delightful crunch from the granola. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, a healthy dessert, or a revitalizing snack, these frozen fruit cups are sure to satisfy your cravings. Dive into the recipes within this article to discover variations using different fruits, yogurt types, and granola options, ensuring you have a delightful treat that caters to your taste preferences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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Individual servings of this rosy-orange fruit blend are a refreshing and attractive part of brunch. Freeze the salad in disposable clear plastic glasses or use cupcake liners to set in sauce dishes or sherbet glasses. -Patricia Throlson, Clear Lake, Minnesota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) fruit cocktail, undrained
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
6 medium firm bananas, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Pour into foil-lined muffin cups or individual plastic beverage glasses. Freeze until solid. When ready to serve, thaw for 30-45 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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Frozen fruit cups are a classic, refreshing snack with loads of fruit suspended in an icy slush. With oranges, pineapple, peaches and bananas.

Provided by Kristin Maxwell

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup 7-Up
6 ounces canned frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)
8 ounces canned frozen lemonade concentrate (thawed)
8 ounces package frozen strawberries (about 2 cups, thawed and chopped)
8 ounces canned fruit cocktail (drained)
20 ounces crushed pineapple (drained)
15 ounces peaches (drained and chopped)
30 ounces mandarin oranges (drained)
2 bananas (peeled and cut in small pieces)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well.
  • Divide mixture into small plastic cups and freeze for about 6 hours. Remove from the freezer about 20 - 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 8 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 51 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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I love to prepare these cool, fluffy fruit cups to give a refreshing boost to many meals. They've been well received at family gatherings and summer barbecues. There's no last-minute fuss since you make them well in advance. -Karen Hatcher, St. Amant, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Halve 9 cherries; chop the remaining cherries. Set aside halved cherries and 18 orange segments for garnish. Add the pineapple, pecans and chopped cherries to cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped topping and remaining oranges. , Line muffin cups with paper or foil liners. Spoon fruit mixture into cups; garnish with reserved cherries and oranges. Freeze until firm. Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving. Top with mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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Cool off with one of these sweet and refreshing fruit slushes for breakfast dessert or a snack. "Keep them on hand in the freezer for those hot summer days," suggests Glenda Goldade of Seneca, South Dakota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
1 can (8-1/2 ounces) apricot halves
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 medium firm banana, sliced

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple and apricots, reserving juices. Cut apricots into bite-size pieces; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water and reserved juices; cook and stir over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Cool for 5 minutes. , Stir in the pineapple, apricots, strawberries and banana. Pour into four 6-oz. custard cups or disposable plastic cups. Cover and freeze. Remove from the freezer 40-50 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 to 14 fruit cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups frozen peaches, thawed and chopped into large chunks
2 cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 can fruit cocktail, drained
6 medium firm bananas, chopped into chunks
1 small can frozen pineapple-orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/3 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine the peaches, oranges, pineapple, fruit cocktail, bananas, juice concentrate and lemon juice in a bowl and mix until combined. Place in small disposable plastic cups and cover with plastic wrap or foil. Freeze until firm. Remove from the freezer 45 minutes to 1 hour before serving to thaw.

MELLISSA'S GRANDMA'S BLACKBERRY COBBLER



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Wonderful served warm with ice cream...brings back wonderful memories of picking berries and sitting down at the table with my family. Works well with fresh or frozen fruit. You can also use black raspberries, peaches, cherries...a new favorite is 2 cups fresh peaches and 2 cups fresh blackberries!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Desserts     Cobbler Recipes     Blackberry Cobbler Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups blackberries
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 cups water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup white sugar
1 cup margarine
⅔ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the blackberries into a large saucepan; add the cornstarch and 1 1/2 cup of sugar. Pour in the water, and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly until the berries have thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2/3 cup of sugar together in a mixing bowl. Cut in the margarine until it is the size of peas. Stir in the milk until a soft dough forms, then drop by spoonfuls onto the hot blackberry topping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 417.4 mg, Sugar 39.1 g

FROZEN FRUIT CUPS



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These are fun little treats that my mother used to make! Great for kids! Pop them out of the freezer for a quick treat!

Provided by HEATHERGARR

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¾ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
¼ cup chopped maraschino cherries
3 bananas, peeled and diced
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, lemon juice, sugar and salt until blended. Fold in the pineapple, cherries, bananas and pecans. Pour into paper lined muffin tins. Freeze until set, then transfer to resealable freezer bags for storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 29.9 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fruits to create colorful and flavorful fruit cups.
  • Choose fruits that are in season for the best flavor and quality.
  • Wash and cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces.
  • Use a melon baller to create fun and festive fruit balls.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to prevent the fruits from browning.
  • Sweeten the fruit cups with honey, sugar, or a natural sweetener, if desired.
  • Add herbs like mint or basil for a refreshing twist.
  • Freeze the fruit cups for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  • Serve the fruit cups on their own or with yogurt, granola, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Grandma's frozen fruit cups are a delicious and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed all year round. They are perfect for a quick and healthy snack, or as a dessert after a meal. With a variety of fruits to choose from, you can create fruit cups that are tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing snack, reach for a frozen fruit cup. You won't be disappointed!

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