Happy Birthday Cake Slice (Printable Version)

Colorful fruit slice layered for a festive and healthy celebration platter.

# Components:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into small triangles
04 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1 cup green melon, balled or cubed
07 - 1 cup blackberries
08 - 1 banana, sliced (optional, add just before serving)

→ Decorative & Dipping Elements

09 - ½ cup mini marshmallows
10 - ¼ cup white chocolate chips
11 - ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
12 - ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt (for dipping, optional)

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh mint leaves

# Preparation steps:

01 - On a large rectangular or round serving board, outline a triangle representing a cake slice using fruit or a small piece of parchment paper as a guide.
02 - Place pineapple triangles along the wide end of the triangle to mimic the cake base layer.
03 - Arrange rows of alternating fruits such as strawberries, kiwi, and blueberries above the pineapple, varying colors and textures to replicate cake layers.
04 - Line one edge of the slice with blackberries and halved red grapes to simulate a frosting border.
05 - Place mini marshmallows along the top edge of the slice to resemble piped frosting.
06 - Evenly sprinkle white chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles over the marshmallow frosting for a festive touch.
07 - Place a row of banana slices near the tip of the triangle just before serving to prevent browning.
08 - Optionally, serve with a small bowl of vanilla Greek yogurt on the side for dipping.
09 - Finish by garnishing with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for celebrations
  • Healthy snacking option
02 -
  • Contains dairy from Greek yogurt and white chocolate chips
  • Marshmallows may contain gelatin not suitable for vegans
03 -
  • Add a birthday candle for extra flair
  • Toss bananas and apples with lemon juice to prevent browning
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