Spring Fruit Charlotte

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 7
Delicious Spring Fruit Charlotte recipe for a refreshing dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lemon
3 cans sliced peaches in juice , drained
1 pint fresh blueberries
1 can cherry pie filling
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 package vanilla pudding mix ( not instant )
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
16 slices white bread , firm textured
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
304
Sugar
26g
Fat
7g
Spring Fruit Charlotte is a twist on the classic French dessert, Charlotte Royale, which is traditionally made with sponge cake. Spring Fruit Charlotte is a layered dessert that features fresh blueberries, sliced peaches, and cherry pie filling, all held together with a creamy vanilla pudding. The dish is topped with a fan of toasted bread triangles, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. This dessert is perfect for spring and summer entertaining, as it is light and refreshing and can be prepared in advance.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Grate zest from lemon and set aside. Squeeze juice from lemon and measure 1 tablespoon; set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine peaches, blueberries, cherry pie filling, cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
4.In a medium mixing bowl, whisk pudding mix with milk, cinnamon, vanilla, egg, and lemon zest until blended.
5.Cut crusts off bread and cut slices in half diagonally to form triangles.
6.Arrange half of bread in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
7.Pour fruit mixture over bread and spread evenly.
8.Place remaining bread triangles over fruit mixture, fanning out triangles to form a fan shape.
9.Pour pudding mixture over top of bread.
10.Bake until pudding is set and bread is golden brown, about 45 minutes.
11.Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

PROS

Spring Fruit Charlotte is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for spring and summer entertaining.

The dish is easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

CONS

Spring Fruit Charlotte is a relatively high-calorie dessert due to the use of pudding mix and bread.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Spring Fruit Charlotte is not the healthiest dessert option, it does incorporate fresh fruit into the recipe.
The blueberries in this recipe are high in antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation and support brain function. Peaches are a good source of fiber and contain several nutrients that support overall health.

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