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Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes » Fruit platter with coconut chocolate ganache

Fruit platter with coconut chocolate ganache

October 29, 2019 by Alida Ryder 18 Comments

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There are few things as glorious as fruit platter filled to the brim with ripe, juicy fresh fruit. Want to take this fruit plate over the top? Add a bowl of glossy, indulgent coconut chocolate ganache for dipping.

Fruit platter with coconut chocolate ganache

I made this  fruit platter over the weekend when I had an overload of fresh fruit left over from a big campaign shoot I had been working on. I wanted to serve the fruit as plainly as possible to showcase only their own natural deliciousness. Let’s face it, is there anything better than the fragrance of fresh passion fruit or the juiciness of a ripe pineapple? I think not. To add a bit of decadence, I made a silky vegan coconut chocolate ganache for us to dip the berries in but let’s be honest, all the other fruit found themselves drenched in the chocolate sauce too!

This fruit plate makes a fantastic casual, easy dessert and works for almost all diets. The ganache is vegan (just make sure the chocolate you use contains no milk products) and as such is also lactose free. Because you’re working with dark chocolate, even your low-carb friends should be able to enjoy this easy fruit plate as a treat. And feel free to sub in any fruit you like or leave out those you don’t, anything goes. If you’re putting together a fruit platter in the colder months, clementines, pears, plums, pomegranate and dates will all be delicious additions.

Dipping strawberry into vegan chocolate ganache

How to make a fruit platter

  1. Use a variety of fresh fruit and slice them in different ways to add visual interest. Melons can be sliced into wedges, balled or sliced into fingers. Mango cheeks can be sliced and served as is. Use as many fruits as you can to add as much texture to your platter as possible.
  2. Dried fruit and nuts are also good additions.
  3. Add a dipping sauce for a decadent touch.

Making ahead

Most fruit will last fine for up to 2 hours when cut and covered with plastic wrap. Bananas, apples and pears will oxidize so only cut them right before serving.

Fruit platter with coconut chocolate ganache

Fruit desserts

  1. Easy caramel apple puff galette
  2. Classic baked cheesecake with easy berry sauce
  3. Mixed berry lattice pie
  4. Banana cream pie
Fruit plate with coconut chocolate ganache

Fruit plate with coconut chocolate ganache

There are few things as glorious as a summer fruit platter filled to the brim with ripe, juicy fresh fruit. Want to take it over the top? Add a bowl of glossy, indulgent coconut chocolate ganache for dipping.
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Course: Dessert, Fruit, Healthy
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fresh fruit platter, fruit platter, fruit platter ideas
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 6 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 144kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

for the coconut chocolate ganache

  • 300 g (10oz) dark chocolate chopped
  • 400 ml (13.5fl oz) coconut milk

for the fruit plate

  • selection of fresh fruit of your choice (melon, mango, pineapple, grapes, berries, passion fruit, clementine, pears, banana, kiwi fruit, pomegranate, oranges, etc.)

Instructions

  • To make the ganache, heat the coconut milk in a small saucepan to boiling poing. Remove from the heat and pour over the chocolate.
  • Allow to stand for 1 minute then stir until smooth.
  • Allow to cool then transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Serve the fruit with the cooled ganache.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 28mg | Fiber: 2g | Iron: 1mg
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Filed Under: Breakfast Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Gluten Free, Quick and Easy, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Tagged With: Chocolate, chocolate ganache, Coconut, coconut ganache, fruit plate, fruit recipe, ganache, ganache recipe, Gluten Free, Lactose free, Summer fruit plate, Vegan, vegan chocolate ganache, vegan ganache, vegetarian

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  1. Ann

    November 9, 2019 at 10:18 AM

    This is what my dream looks like! I often serve fruit plate at parties. Not only is it delicious, it looks lovely and inviting. It’s sooo colorful and packed with vitamins. The thing is I haven’t made this for about two months. Now I’m thinking of making not only your baked brie but this fruit platter too for our friend’s gathering next week. Though I’ll probably add pears and plums to it. The fruit platter always looks absolutely beautiful on the table. I’m sure everyone will enjoy this.
    Thank you for sharing such an awesome idea! Love your blog. It makes me feel all cozy inside. I really appreciate all of your hard work and effort.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 17, 2019 at 6:37 PM

      Oh, thank you so much Ann. What a lovely compliment! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    April 18, 2018 at 10:52 PM

    What a gorgeous fruit plate Alida! And that chocolate coconut ganache sounds like I’d want to smother everything in it! Perfect for spring and summer!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 19, 2018 at 4:49 PM

      Thanks so much Mary Ann! That ganache is a dream!

      Reply
  3. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

    April 17, 2018 at 2:23 PM

    This not only looks beautiful, but is super tasty too! Love the coconut chocolate ganache…I would be almost tempted to drink it as is 😉

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 18, 2018 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks Dawn! That ganache is totally drinkable!

      Reply
  4. Kate

    April 17, 2018 at 1:52 PM

    What a showstopping vegan dessert. The fruit all looks so good and that ganache is superb.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 18, 2018 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks so much Kate! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Liz

    April 17, 2018 at 1:33 PM

    Omg YUM!!!! I love serving fruit plate at parties but this chocolate ganache takes it up a notch!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 18, 2018 at 7:50 AM

      It’s always a party favorite! 🙂

      Reply
  6. shelby

    April 17, 2018 at 12:11 PM

    This is the ultimate summer platter! I’m sure there would be none left over here. I love how beautifully arranged this is and of course, the ganache is the perfect dip for this!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 18, 2018 at 7:50 AM

      Thanks so much Shelby!

      Reply
  7. Nicky Corbishley

    April 17, 2018 at 10:01 AM

    Love this sharing fruit platter, makes a great dessert, allergy friendly too:-)

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 18, 2018 at 7:51 AM

      Totally! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Lee-Anne

    March 25, 2018 at 2:33 PM

    That ganache was something else! I could swim in it. Another great recipe.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      March 25, 2018 at 2:45 PM

      It’s so great, right? One of my favs.

      Reply
  9. Laura | Tutti Dolci

    April 4, 2017 at 1:27 AM

    So pretty, and such a fun treat with all that beautiful summer fruit!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 4, 2017 at 9:37 AM

      Thanks Laura! Nothing beats a plate filled with ripe summer fruit.

      Reply

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