Bionico Recipe: A Refreshing Mexican Fruit Bowl
Bionicos, or Mexican Fruit Bowls, are a delightful and refreshing dessert made with fresh fruit, a sweet cream sauce, and a variety of toppings. Perfect for summer, this easy-to-make treat is ready in just 10 minutes and can be customized with your favorite seasonal fruits and toppings.
Ingredients
For the Fruit Base:
- Strawberries sliced
- Bananas sliced into rounds
- Apples diced
- Cantaloupe diced
- Pineapple diced
- Blueberries or any seasonal fruit you love
For the Sweet Cream Sauce:
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt for a thicker consistency
- 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup sour cream or Mexican crema if you can find it
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toppings:
- Granola
- Shredded coconut
- Raisins
- Sliced almonds pecans, or walnuts
- A drizzle of honey or dulce de leche for extra indulgence
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Cream Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
- Chop and Combine the Fruit: In a large bowl, toss together your sliced strawberries, bananas, apples, cantaloupe, pineapple, and blueberries. Feel free to mix and match fruits based on what’s in season or what you have on hand.
- Assemble Your Bionicos: Divide the mixed fruit into serving bowls. Drizzle a generous amount of the sweet cream sauce over the top.
- Add the Toppings: Sprinkle with granola, shredded coconut, raisins, and nuts. Finish with a drizzle of honey or dulce de leche for that extra touch of sweetness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Grab a spoon and dig in! It’s that simple.
Notes
- Use plain yogurt for a thinner consistency or Greek yogurt for a thicker cream.
- Customize with your favorite fruits like mango, peaches, or blackberries.
- Top with granola, shredded coconut, nuts, or a drizzle of honey for added flavor.