Winter Fruit Cinnamon Vanilla (Printable)

A refreshing winter fruit mix dressed with spiced cinnamon and vanilla for a festive touch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 10 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 4 large Fuji apples, cored and diced
03 - 2 pomegranates, arils removed

→ Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup water
06 - 2 cinnamon sticks
07 - 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped, or 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, and vanilla bean with seeds and pod.
02 - Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved.
03 - Remove from heat and allow dressing to cool to room temperature, approximately 1 hour. Remove cinnamon sticks and vanilla pod.
04 - In a large bowl, combine mandarin orange segments, diced apples, and pomegranate arils.
05 - Drizzle cooled cinnamon vanilla dressing over fruit and gently toss until evenly coated.
06 - Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Seasonal Vibrancy: Uses the best of winter's bounty including Fuji apples and mandarin oranges.
  • Aromatic Dressing: The homemade cinnamon vanilla syrup adds a sophisticated, warm depth of flavor.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it perfect for diverse crowds.
  • Holiday-Ready: The bright red pomegranate arils provide a festive look for any gathering.
02 -
  • Vanilla Substitute: If you don't have a whole vanilla bean, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract.
  • Prep Ahead: You can prepare the cinnamon vanilla dressing up to two days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Avoid Oxidation: Tossing the apples in the dressing quickly helps prevent them from browning.
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