When you buy fresh fruit for yourself and your family, it is important to make sure that you are prepared to serve each fruit in the perfect way. It’s not just about flavour but presentation too. Here are some delicious hacks that will transform the way you enjoy fruit.

Banana ice cream

If you enjoy bananas and you want a healthy alternative to store bought ice cream, you are in luck. All you need to do is peel and slice some bananas before you freeze them. Blend together and, if needed, add a dash of water to help obtain a smooth texture. Pour into popsicle moulds and freeze.

Fruity ice cubes

You can make some fun ice cubes using fresh fruit. Simply add small fruits such as berries to your ice tray and then fill with water. Freeze and enjoy in your favourite drinks.

Watermelon bowl

If you want a beautiful bowl that you won’t have to wash, you should consider using the skin of a watermelon. You will need to cut the watermelon in half before hollowing it out. Once you are done, you can chop your fresh fruit and toss it around in the watermelon bowl before serving. It’s also helpful to slice a piece off the bottom of your bowl to create a flat base.

Lemon zest

If you have lemons and you want to make lemonade or you want to use them in another recipe, you should make the most of every part of this fresh fruit. You can grate off the peel and set it aside. Lemon zest is called for in many recipes so you can freeze it in batches to use the next time you bake.

Stop fruit from browning

If you want to serve fresh fruit like pears or apples but you don’t want them to turn brown, you can do this by washing them with fresh water mixed with lemon juice. Let the fruit slices soak for a few minutes before you remove them and allow the excess liquid drain away. Another idea is to mix two tablespoons of honey with a cup of water and soak your fruit before plating and serving.

Perfect lemon squeezing

If you struggle to squeeze lemons down to the last drop, you should try slicing them lengthwise and you should keep them at room temperature. If you chill lemons, they will be more difficult to squeeze.

Freeze grapes

If you want to chill your wine without watering it down, all you need to do is freeze grapes. Not only will they chill the wine, but they will also look great. Make sure you examine your fresh fruit before freezing and look for any signs of damage or decay.

These fresh fruit hacks will change the way you serve and enjoy nature’s sweetest treats. Not only are they packed with nutrients, but they can be really refreshing too. Apart from these ideas, remember that if you have a lot of fruit, you can always wash, peel, chop and freeze them to use in some delicious smoothies.