Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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Hungry Fruit Caterpillar

1 review

Hungry caterpillars make good children's stories as well as a fruity feature using apples, kiwis, clementines and cleverness—an easy dessert that's simple enough for small hands. —Kim Mordecai, Little Rock, Arkansas

Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops

1 review

Kiwi, pineapple, sugar and water are all you need to make these easy, breezy freezer pops.—Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin


Halibut with Kiwi Salsa

Angling for a healthy way to prepare seafood, our Test Kitchen came up with a recipe for halibut with a...


Easy Festive Fruit Salad

7 reviews

As colorful as the leaves on the autumn trees, this fruit salad disappears fast down to the last spoonful. The...


Witches’ Brew

1 review

Stir up some Halloween beverages that are as bewitching as the rest of your menu. Omit the vodka for a...

Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

12 reviews

Purchased sugar cookies make a sweet "crust" for these colorful fruit pizzas. Make them throughout the year with a variety...


Grilled Angel Food Cake with Fruit Salsa

1 review

When I need dessert fast, I go with angel food cake. Mix fruit salsa ahead of time, and pop the...

Sparkling Kiwi Lemonade

3 reviews

Keep some kiwi ice cubes in the freezer so they’re ready whenever you crave a tall glass of this dressed-up...


Mango-Lime Pork Chops

This beautiful marinaded pork is topped with a fruity salsa of emerald kiwifruit, golden mango and red peppers for an...


Fruit Salad with Vanilla

7 reviews

Peach pie filling is the secret ingredient in this crowd-pleasing salad. Make it throughout the year using whatever fruits are...


Elegant Fresh Berry Tart

2 reviews

This elegant tart was my first original creation. If other fresh fruits are used, adjust the simple syrup flavor to...

Refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad

1 review

Want a family-friendly side dish? This colorful medley is kid-pleasing and a great way to encourage healthy eating. —Sharon Ricci,...


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Summer Dessert Pizza

18 reviews

My family enjoys this dessert pizza recipe anytime of the year, but it's especially refreshing during the hot months. You...


Fruity Brownie Pizza

3 reviews

I start with a basic brownie mix to create this luscious treat that's sure to impress company. Sometimes I add...


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Triple Fruit Freeze

These pops won't turn your tongue blue or neon green like many store-bought pops because they're made with fresh grapes,...


Mixed Fruit with Lemon-Basil Dressing

1 review

A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe. I also use the dressing on salad greens....

White Chocolate Fruit Tart

15 reviews

It takes a little time to make, but this tart is absolutely marvelous, especially in summer when fresh fruit is...


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Fruit Pizza

13 reviews

These pretty fruit pizzas have been a hit every time I've served them. They start with premade cookie dough, making...


Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding Parfaits

When my daughter’s friends come over for lunch, she treats them to her tropical parfaits made with brown rice and...


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Grilled Kiwi-Chicken Kabobs with Honey-Chipotle Glaze

3 reviews

When guests bite into these juicy grilled kabobs, their eyes always widen with satisfaction. Our four kids are crazy about...


Fruit with Poppy Seed Dressing

3 reviews

Cool, colorful and easy to prepare, this refreshing, good-for-you fruit salad is a springtime favorite. —Peggy Mills, Texarkana, Arkansas


Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

32 reviews

I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this...