Christmas Fruit Wreath Dessert

_INGREDIENTS:

This is a flexible recipe, where you can use any fruit you have on hand. We've used a mixture of:

• Oranges (2-3)
• Cherries (1 punnet)
• Nectarines (2-4 depending on size)
• Plums (2-4 depending on size)
• Blueberries (1 punnet)
• Apricots (2-4 depending on size)

Other bits & bobs:

• Chocolate wafers
• Macaroons (or you could use mini meringues)
• Festive sweets
• Chocolate sauce
• Lemon curd
• Whipped cream or plain Greek yogurt
• Fresh mint or rosemary for a festive garnish

_{INSTRUCTIONS:}

1. ‍Set Up the Base: Use a large round plate or board as your base. For a neat wreath shape, place a bowl in the centre as a guide.‍
2. Arrange the Fruit: Cut the oranges in half, then slice jagged edges on top for a decorative look. Place these around the wreath as a base layer. Slice the plums and nectarines into wedges (include smaller wedges to fill gaps). Arrange them around the board, leaving space for the dips.‍
3. Add the Sauces: Fill three small bowls with lemon curd, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream or yogurt. Place these bowls evenly around the wreath for balance
4. ‍Decorate: Add macaroons, chocolate wafers, and festive sweets between the fruit. Fill any gaps with cherries and blueberries for bursts of colour.
5. Garnish: Finish with sprigs of fresh mint or rosemary to give the wreath a festive touch.

Best served immediately