A special fruit pavé is a delightful dessert featuring layers of fresh fruit and creamy filling, similar to a layered cake or a French dessert called “pavé” (which means “paving stone” in French). Here’s a recipe to create a beautiful and delicious fruit pavé:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Fruit Layer:
2 cups mixed fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, raspberries)
For the Topping:
1/2 cup fruit preserves (apricot or any clear jelly)
1 tablespoon water
Instructions:
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