Let's Get Fruity

Life may very well be a box of chocolates, but fruit is nature's candy. Fruit is a natural source of sugar, from sweet strawberries and peaches to tart cherries and berries, to refreshing citrus fruits. And what better way is there to get one or two servings of your 5-a-day other than to include fresh fruit in your homemade summer desserts? Regardless of whether you are craving a creamy cheesecake, melt in the mouth shortcake or a cooling sorbet fruit can add texture, color and fruity flavor to summer desserts. Enjoy creating boozy, party-pleasing Pina Colada Fried Ice Cream and Sticky Champagne Oranges to kid-friendly Watermelon Snow Cones and Strawberry Mousse. These 40 sensational summer desserts featuring fresh fruits will satisfy your sweet cravings and help you make the most of summer - and beyond. So let's get fruity and put the spotlight on summer's sweetest dessert stars.