Fruit sando, also known as a fruit sandwich, is a delightful and refreshing treat that's perfect for a light snack or dessert. This Japanese-inspired creation features soft bread, freshly whipped cream, and vibrant fruits like strawberries, kiwi, and bananas. The combination of flavors and textures makes this sandwich a perfect balance of sweetness and freshness. Plus, it's easy to make and adds a fun twist to enjoying fruit.
To start, you'll need to make the whipped cream, which serves as the creamy base for the fruit. It's important to use cold heavy whipping cream and a cold bowl to achieve the perfect consistency. Whipping the cream at medium speed helps it thicken gradually, ensuring it holds its shape without becoming too stiff. Adding sugar to the cream enhances its sweetness and complements the natural flavors of the fruit. Be careful not to over-whip, as this can turn your cream into butter rather than the light, airy texture you want.
Next, prepare your fruits and bread. The key to a beautiful and delicious fruit sando is how you arrange the fruits. Cut the bread into thick slices that can hold the cream and fruit without becoming too soggy. For the strawberries, slicing them lengthwise creates a lovely flower shape when you cut into the sandwich. Kiwi should be peeled and sliced thinly, removing the seeds to keep the presentation clean. Bananas should also be sliced thinly to ensure they fit neatly into the sandwich. Assembling the sandwich involves layering whipped cream, placing the fruit strategically, and adding another layer of cream before topping with the second slice of bread.
Once your sandwiches are assembled, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and let them chill in the fridge. This step helps the cream set and the flavors meld together, making the sandwich easier to cut and eat. If you're in a hurry, a quick chill for about 20 minutes should be enough, but for the best results, a couple of hours in the fridge will make your fruit sando even more enjoyable. When ready, cut the sandwich along the marked line and enjoy the beautiful cross-section of fruit and cream.
Materials
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 grams)
- 3 tbsp sugar (37 grams)
- 1 strawberry
- 1 kiwi
- 1 banana
Instructions
1) Prepare the whipped cream
Begin by chilling a mixing bowl and your heavy whipping cream. Once chilled, pour the cream into the bowl and start whipping it at medium speed if you're using an electric hand mixer. If you're whipping by hand, whisk vigorously until the cream starts to thicken. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to whip until the cream doubles in size and holds its shape when you lift the whisk. Be careful not to over-beat the cream, as it could turn into butter instead of staying light and fluffy.
2) Prepare the fruit and bread
Cut your bread into thick slices that can support the filling. Next, prepare the fruits. Slice the strawberry lengthwise to create a flower-like pattern when you cut into the sandwich. Peel the kiwi, remove the seeds, and slice the green part thinly. Slice the banana into thin rounds as well. These thin slices will make it easier to assemble the sandwich and achieve a neat appearance.
3) Assemble the fruit sando
Start by spreading a thick layer of whipped cream onto one slice of bread. Arrange the strawberry and kiwi slices on top of the cream, placing them in a pattern that will look appealing when sliced. Add another layer of whipped cream, then top with the second slice of bread. For the banana sandwich, follow the same steps, layering thin slices of banana and kiwi between layers of cream. Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap, and use a marker to draw a line indicating where to cut for the best presentation. Let the sandwiches chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes, or ideally a couple of hours, before slicing and serving.