Tropical Fruit Fantasy Recipe

Name: Tropical Fruit Fantasy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups finely ground gingersnap cookies (about 13 1/2 ounces); 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted; 2 pints mango sorbet, slightly softened; 1 pint lime sorbet, slightly softened; 1/2 small pineapple, peeled, cored, chopped; 1 small papaya, peeled, seeded, chopped; 1 small mango, peeled, pitted, chopped; 2 1/2-pint baskets blueberries; Shredded sweetened coconut, toasted

Servings: persons

3 cups finely ground gingersnap cookies (about 13 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
2 pints mango sorbet, slightly softened
1 pint lime sorbet, slightly softened
1/2 small pineapple, peeled, cored, chopped
1 small papaya, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 small mango, peeled, pitted, chopped
2 1/2-pint baskets blueberries
Shredded sweetened coconut, toasted

1
Combine gingersnap cookie crumbs, brown sugar, and ginger in large bowl.
2
Stir in melted butter.
3
Press over bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter spring form pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides.
4
Freeze until firm, about 20 minutes.
5
Spread mango sorbet in crust; freeze until firm, until 20 minutes.
6
Spread lime sorbet over mango sorbet.
7
Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
8
(Can be prepared one day ahead.
9
Cover and keep frozen.)
10
Mix fruit in medium bowl.
11
Remove pan sides from dessert.
12
Place dessert on platter.
13
Spoon fruit atop lime sorbet.
14
Sprinkle with coconut and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups finely ground gingersnap cookies (about 13 1/2 ounces), 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Tropical Fruit Fantasy falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tropical Fruit Fantasy

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