Best 4 Tropical Rainbow Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in a tropical paradise with our Rainbow Dessert, a vibrant and refreshing layered dessert that will transport your taste buds to an exotic island. Featuring a harmonious blend of creamy coconut, tangy mango, luscious kiwi, and sweet pineapple, this dessert is a symphony of flavors and textures. Each layer is carefully crafted to create a delightful contrast, from the smooth and velvety coconut pudding to the juicy and refreshing fruit layers. Topped with a vibrant assortment of fresh fruits and a drizzle of sweet sauce, this Rainbow Dessert is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the step-by-step recipes for each layer of this tropical masterpiece.

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TROPICAL RAINBOW SHERBET RECIPE BY TASTY



Tropical Rainbow Sherbet Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: heavy whipping cream, condensed milk, raspberry, water, mango, crushed pineapple

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups heavy whipping cream
14 oz condensed milk, 1 can
1 cup raspberry
2 tablespoons water
2 cups mango, diced
1 cup crushed pineapple, strained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  • Whisk in condensed milk. Evenly divide the cream base into 3 separate bowls.
  • In a saucepan set over medium heat, add raspberries and water. Cook until berries have burst, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and cool for 5 minutes.
  • Place a mesh sieve over one the bowls of cream. Add the raspberries and using a spatula to press on the mixture so that the seeds are caught in the strainer.
  • Using a blender, puree mango until smooth. Add mango puree to the second bowl of cream.
  • Add pineapple to the third bowl of cream.
  • Mix each flavor until uniform in color.
  • Alternating each flavor, layer the 3 flavors into a freezer-safe loaf pan. Once all flavors are added, use a butter knife to gently swirl the sherbet. Be careful not to over stir, making more than 5 passes with your knife.
  • Freeze until solid, about 3-4 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 41 grams

HAWAIIAN RAINBOW JELLO



HAWAIIAN RAINBOW JELLO image

Another one of those old-time favorite family recipes that withstood the test of time. It's the keikis (children) that love this the most, they love to peel it layer by layer, and eat it, and yes, you can sometimes "catch" the adults from the corner of your eye doing that too! LOL! This recipe takes a little time to put...

Provided by Jo Anne Sugimoto

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 10

A COUPLE OF HOURS BEFORE YOU START, CHILL
A 9 X 13 GLASS DISH IN THE REFRIGERATOR.
PLEASE READ FULL RECIPE BEFORE YOU START.
8 individual packets of knox gelatin
2 14 oz. can - sweetened condensed milk
1 large box berry blue jello gelatin
1 large box lime jello gelatin
1 large box lemon jello gelatin
1 large box orange jello gelatin
1 large box strawberry jello gelatin

Steps:

  • 1. In your "4-Cup" pyrex glass receptacle, pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling water and add 3 packets of Knox Gelatin, stirring constantly, make sure that the gelatin is completely dissolved. Then pour in the 2 cans of sweetened condensed milk, stir well, adding a little more hot water to make a total of 4 cups of milk mixture. Set aside.
  • 2. There is no need to prep the glass dish as the jello will not stick to it.
  • 3. In your "2-Cup" pyrex glass receptacle, pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling water and add 1 packet of Knox Gelatin, stirring constantly, make sure that the gelatin is completely dissovled. Then pour in 1 large box of Blue Raz Jello Gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved. Let cool, then pour into chilled 9 x 13 glass dish and return to the refrigerator for 15 minutes or until set.
  • 4. Next, wash, rinse and dry your "2-Cup" pyrex glass well, measure out 1 cup of the milk mixture, make sure that it is cool, then pour slowly over the blue jello. Return to the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until set.
  • 5. With each new step of your layers be sure to wash, rinse and dry the pyrex glass very well.
  • 6. Alternate jello and milk mixture making sure that with each layer it is cool and you return it to the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until it is set before pouring on the next layer.
  • 7. So your next jello layer is Lime, then milk mixture. Then Lemon, then milk mixture. Then Orange, then milk mixture. And the last and top layer is Strawberry. Return to the refrigerator for an hour or until it is completely set.
  • 8. NOTE: If during the process your milk mixture starts to gel or thicken, microwave it on the lowest power for 15 to 20 seconds, just to warm it. Give it a stir to be sure that it is thinned out.

CREAMY TROPICAL DESSERT



Creamy Tropical Dessert image

Escape to the Tropics whenever you please with this chilled pineapple and kiwifruit delight.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 can (20 oz) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained, 1 cup juice reserved
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 papaya or mango, peeled, seeded and cut into pieces
1 kiwifruit, peeled, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, beat flour, butter and powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed about 2 minutes or until creamy. Stir in almonds. Press mixture evenly in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In large bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar and vanilla with spoon. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pineapple. Stir remaining pineapple into cream cheese mixture.
  • In chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and marshmallows into cream cheese mixture. Spread over crust. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours until set but no longer than 48 hours.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, place cornstarch. Gradually stir in reserved 1 cup pineapple juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Fold in reserved 1/2 cup pineapple, the papaya and kiwifruit. For servings, cut dessert into 5 rows by 3 rows. Serve with fruit mixture. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 g

TROPICAL FRUIT DESSERT



Tropical Fruit Dessert image

Although this is a family treat in summer, it's a convenient dessert throughout the year. Canned mandarin oranges never tasted so good!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
1 tablespoon thawed orange juice concentrate
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 medium bananas, sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
Sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt and orange juice concentrate. Place fruit in individual dessert bowls. Drizzle each serving with yogurt. Sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: This tropical rainbow dessert is a great option for parties or gatherings. You can prepare the cake layers, frosting, and filling ahead of time and assemble the cake just before serving.
  • Use Fresh Fruit: Using fresh, ripe fruits will give your dessert the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh fruits, frozen fruits can be substituted.
  • Don't Overmix: When mixing the cake batter, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can result in a tough, dry cake.
  • Chill Before Serving: After assembling the cake, chill it for at least 2 hours before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.

Conclusion:

This tropical rainbow dessert is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its layers of colorful cake, creamy frosting, and sweet fruit filling, this dessert is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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