Introduction

This Turkey Fruit Platter is a fun and festive way to serve fruit during the holidays. Using fresh fruits and a few simple decorations, you can create an adorable edible turkey centerpiece that both kids and adults will enjoy.

A white plate holds a fruit and snack turkey design with four main layers. The bottom layer consists of a row of square pretzels arranged in a curved line at the edge of the plate. Above this, a semicircle of sliced orange pieces with bright orange flesh forms the next layer. On top of the orange slices, a layer of halved strawberries with their red, textured surface faces outward. The outermost layer is made of whole round blueberries with dark blue skin. At the center sits a pear shaped like a turkey body, with a pear green color. This pear has two round white candy eyes, a candy corn beak, and a small red fruit piece for the turkey's wattle. Kiwi slices with bright green flesh and small black seeds are placed as turkey feathers around the pear's sides. Two pretzel sticks form the turkey legs, with small pretzel pieces for feet. The plate is placed on a white marbled texture surface scattered with a white netted cloth and an orange cloth underneath. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 fresh Bartlett or other pear, cut in half lengthwise (typical pear shape preferred)
1/2 pound fresh strawberries, halved with stems removed
6 oz. fresh blueberries
2 small oranges, sliced and cut in half
3 kiwi, sliced
2 mini candy eyes
1 piece of candy corn
1 small sliver of strawberry (for the snood)
4 matchstick-sized pretzel sticks
1 Tbsp. white melting chocolate or white icing
1 1/2 cups pretzel snaps or pretzel sticks
1 kiwi, cut into wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Place the pear halves in the middle of a serving tray towards the bottom to form the turkey’s body, leaving space at the top for fruit feathers.
Step 2: Arrange the fruit around the pear in a semi-circle, starting with larger pieces like orange and kiwi slices, then adding smaller fruits like strawberries and blueberries towards the top.
Step 3: Attach the turkey’s eyes (mini candy eyes), beak (candy corn), and snood (small strawberry sliver) to the pear using a little white icing or melted white chocolate as adhesive.
Step 4: Position the kiwi wedges on each side of the pear to represent the turkey’s wings.
Step 5: Add the pretzel stick legs under the pear, using a bit of icing or melted chocolate to secure them if needed. Use broken pretzel pieces for the feet.
Step 6: Fill in the bottom of the tray with pretzel snaps or sticks to complete the platter. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use any combination of your favorite seasonal fruits for variety and color—apple slices or grapes work well too.
Swap the candy eyes for raisins or chocolate chips if you prefer natural ingredients.
For a nut-free option, ensure the pretzels and candies you use are processed in a nut-free facility.
If white melting chocolate is not available, white icing or even cream cheese can serve as a good adhesive.

Storage

Cover the assembled platter with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. For best freshness, assemble the platter on the day you plan to serve. If you want to prepare fruit ahead, keep cut fruits stored separately in airtight containers and assemble just before serving.

How to Serve

The dish is a creative fruit and snack arrangement shaped like a turkey, centered on a white plate. The turkey body is made of a yellow pear placed in the middle. Surrounding the pear, there are five kiwi slices arranged like feathers, all green with black seeds. Around the feathers, there is a ring of orange slices with white rind, followed by a layer of red strawberry halves, and outermost, a layer of dark blue blueberries, creating colorful concentric circles. The turkey’s legs and feet are made from small pretzel sticks, positioned below the pear body. At the bottom edge of the plate, a neat line of square pretzels forms the ground. A woman’s hand is holding one of the kiwi slices near the pear. The plate is on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of pears for this platter?

Yes, any pear with a similar shape to a Bartlett will work, as the pear forms the turkey’s body. Avoid very round or irregularly shaped pears for best results.

How do I keep the fruit from browning?

To prevent fruits like pears and kiwi from browning, you can toss them briefly in lemon juice before arranging. However, for a quick assembly and serving, the browning is minimal and not very noticeable.

Turkey Fruit Platter Recipe

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A delightful and festive Turkey Fruit Platter featuring a fresh pear centerpiece surrounded by a colorful assortment of strawberries, blueberries, oranges, and kiwi, creatively decorated with candy eyes, candy corn, and pretzel sticks to resemble a turkey—perfect for holiday gatherings or a fun, healthy snack presentation.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit

1 fresh Bartlett or other pear, cut in half lengthwise
1/2 pound fresh strawberries, cut in half with stems removed
6 oz. fresh blueberries
2 small oranges, sliced and halved
3 kiwi, sliced
1 kiwi, cut into wedges

Decorations

2 mini candy eyes
1 piece of candy corn
1 small sliver of strawberry for the snood
4 matchstick-sized pretzel sticks
1 1/2 cups pretzel snaps or pretzel sticks
1 Tbsp. white melting chocolates or white icing

Instructions

Arrange the Pear: Place the pear halves in the middle of the serving tray towards the bottom, creating a centered base that leaves ample room on top for the other fruits.
Add Larger Fruits: Begin by arranging the larger fruit slices such as the orange halves and kiwi slices around the pear in a semi-circular pattern to form the turkey’s body and feathers.
Add Smaller Fruits: Fill in the top section with smaller fruits like the halved strawberries and blueberries to complete the feather design and add vibrant color.
Create the Turkey Face: Attach the two mini candy eyes, placing them centered near the top of the pear. Use melted white chocolate or icing as adhesive. Attach the candy corn as the turkey’s beak and a small strawberry sliver as the snood, securing them similarly.
Add Wings and Legs: Place the kiwi wedges on the sides of the pear to represent wings. Use the matchstick pretzel sticks for legs, adding a dab of icing or melted chocolate underneath to keep them stable. Break pretzel pieces into small sections to form the feet and attach them accordingly.
Finish with Pretzels: Scatter pretzel snaps or additional pretzel sticks at the bottom of the tray around the pear to complete the turkey’s body base and add texture.
Serve and Enjoy: Your colorful and fun turkey fruit platter is ready to serve for an eye-catching, healthy snack or party centerpiece.

Notes

Use a typical pear shape like Bartlett for best appearance and stability.
White melting chocolate or icing helps secure small decorations effectively.
Pretzel snaps add crunch and aesthetic around the platter base but can be substituted with other pretzel types.
Ensure fruit is fresh and dry to help decorations stick better.
This platter is perfect for Thanksgiving or fall-themed celebrations.

Keywords: Turkey fruit platter, healthy snack, Thanksgiving appetizer, kids snack, fruit display