Sugared Fruit Centerpiece Recipe

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For an elegant table topper, create this centerpiece showcasing simple-to-make sugared fruit. It's not only eye-catching but edible as well.

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Sugared Fruit Centerpiece Recipe

Prep: 1 hour + standing

Yield: 15 Servings

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Ingredients

15 to 20 pieces assorted fruit
3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
3/4 cup cold water
2 cups superfine sugar
Edible or silk leaves, optional

Directions

Scrub fruit in soapy water; rinse and dry completely. In a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 20 seconds, until gelatin is completely dissolved. Whisk until slightly frothy.
Lightly brush mixture over all sides of fruit. Place on a wire rack over waxed paper. Sprinkle with sugar. Let stand at room temperature for up to 24 hours. Arrange as desired, adding leaves if desired. Yield: 15-20 servings.

Originally published as Sugared Fruit Centerpiece in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2004, p118

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Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2010 by tkarinas

This is an excellent centerpiece for a beautiful dinner and one we'd make many more times. It's so simple and so good to eat, it's a keeper for sure and will be going in my recipe box.