Fresh fruits are an excellent choice for the hot summer months because they are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help keep you hydrated and healthy. They are also low in calories and high in fiber, making them the perfect snack for those trying to maintain a healthy weight.
In addition to snacking on fresh fruit, there are many simple recipes that you can make using seasonal fruits. Some popular options include smoothies, fruit salads, and grilled fruit kabobs. You can also add fruit to your favorite desserts, such as pies, cakes, and ice cream. Overall, fresh fruits are a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can add a burst of flavor and nutrition to your summer meals and snacks.
Recipes shared by Chef Aditi Handa, Co-founder and Head Chef, The Baker Dozen who is also known as sourdough expert and is known for bringing authentic artisan bakery products to India after training at the French Culinary Institute in New York and at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris.
Banana Bread Cakesicles
Chef says “These cakesicles are a sure to be a hit with your loved ones. You can make this delicious recipe at home with a simple banana bread. Time to relive your childhood memories with your near and dear ones!”
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp Cream cheese
• A bowl of melted White chocolate
• Melted chocolate
• Sprinkles
• Banana bread (1 box)
• Ice cream sticks
• Popsicle mould tray
Method
1. Take a bowl, crumble the banana bread, mix it well with 1 tbsp of cream cheese, spread
it evenly in a popsicle mould tray, add a layer of melted white chocolate. Freeze it.
2. Top it with melted chocolate and sprinkles.
Pineapple Sesame Toast
Pineapple, one of the most appetising and tropical fruit tastes great and has some amazing health benefits. This recipe is a unique and healthy pineapple toast recipe that is easy to make.
Pineapple toast a day keeps all your worries away! With the smooth & creamy peanut butter on Ragi loaf, Oh! So yum!!!
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
• 1 cup Pineapple, chopped
• 1 pack Ragi Loaf
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp Peanut butter
• 2 tbsp Honey
Method
1. In a pan, add two slices of the bread and toast them until it's nice and toasty.
2. Add a generous layer of peanut butter and then add pineapples.
3. Finally finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of honey