HOMEMADE FRUIT COCKTAIL

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Succulent seasonal fruit and a simple syrup form the basis of this fresh-tasting treat, the perfect finish to a light meal, or a terrific topping for ice cream.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 cup sugar
Juice of 1 lime
1 sprig fresh basil
4 nectarines, peeled, cut into chunks
4 peaches, peeled, cut into chunks
1 cup dark sweet cherries, pitted, halved
1 cup canned or fresh pineapple chunks

Steps:

  • In heavy saucepan, heat sugar, water, lime juice and basil over high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; discard basil sprig.
  • In large glass bowl, mix nectarines, peaches, cherries and pineapple. Pour sugar syrup over fruit; stir to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Fahd Adamz1
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This fruit cocktail is the perfect snack. It's healthy, it's delicious, and it's easy to make. I always have a bowl of fruit cocktail in my fridge, and I always grab a handful whenever I'm feeling hungry.


Lubega Peter
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This fruit cocktail is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and refreshing, and it helps to cleanse your palate. I always have a bowl of fruit cocktail after dinner, and it always makes me feel satisfied.


M. Rajon Ahamed
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This fruit cocktail is the perfect way to start your day. It's light, refreshing, and it gives you a boost of energy. I always have a bowl of fruit cocktail for breakfast, and it always makes me feel great.


OMOTOYE SAMUEL
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This fruit cocktail is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bunch of fruit that I don't know what to do with, so I just throw it all in a bowl and make this fruit cocktail. It's always delicious!


Tijani Tijani
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I love this fruit cocktail! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I always make a big batch of it in the summer and keep it in the fridge so that I can enjoy it all week long.


Raisa Aktar
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This fruit cocktail is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or party. It's easy to make, it's always a hit, and it's a healthy way to enjoy your favorite fruits.


Shareef Fareedi
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I made this fruit cocktail for a baby shower and it was a huge success! The guests loved the fresh, juicy fruit and the sweet, tangy dressing. I will definitely be making this again for my next baby shower.


HALA KHEIR ALLAH
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This fruit cocktail is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit. My kids love the sweet, tangy dressing and the colorful fruit. I always make a big batch of this fruit cocktail on the weekends so that my kids have a healthy snack to eat through


Fiona Rapinett
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I've made this fruit cocktail several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


slavica simonovski
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This fruit cocktail is the perfect summer treat! It's light and refreshing, and the fruit is so flavorful. I love that I can make it ahead of time, so it's always ready when I need it.


Laurie McClary
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I made this fruit cocktail for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Candy gamer happy Ramadan
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This fruit cocktail is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand, so it's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Sapna Kohli
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fruit cocktail turned out perfectly. The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the fruit was fresh and flavorful.


Ashfaq Afridi
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I used a variety of fruits in my fruit cocktail, including strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, and grapes. The result was a beautiful and delicious dish that was perfect for a summer party.


J Stetson
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This fruit cocktail was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the fresh, juicy fruit and the sweet, tangy dressing. I will definitely be making this again.