Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe

Rating 5.0
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| Last Updated on May 24, 2024
This jewel-toned Japanese fruit sandwich is a beautiful dessert or snack for any occasion. Best paired with seasonal fruit to showcase its sweetness, this Japanese fruit sandwich recipe can be made with any firm juicy fruit.
Utensils Breakfast
Globe Asian
11
ingredients
19
steps
180
minutes
Giselle is a recipe developer and content creator that loves all things sweet and savory. She runs her own food blog, The Busy Spatula, and her work has been featured on Yahoo!, Marvel Studios and the Kitchn.

Ingredients

Servings:
6
For the Japanese Fruit Sandwich
3
small kiwis
12
strawberries
5
small, seedless Mandarin or clementine oranges
1
batch of stabilized whipped cream
8
slices of Japanese milk bread
mint leaves, for garnish
For the Stabilized Whipped Cream
1 1/2 tsp
unflavored gelatin
1 1/2 tbsp
water, cold
1 1/2 cup(s)
heavy whipping cream plus 1 tablespoon, divided
1/3 cup(s)
confectioners’ sugar, sifted
1 tsp
vanilla extract or rum
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Directions 19 steps | 180 Minutes

Step 1

Measure and prep all ingredients. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.
Step 2

Prepare the fruit. Rinse and dry all of the fruit. Slice both ends off of the kiwi and peel off the skin. Create small divots around the kiwi, creating a flower shape. Repeat with the remaining kiwis. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Prepare the fruit.
Step 3

Use a paring knife to remove the core of each strawberry.

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Use a paring knife to remove the core of each strawberry.
Step 4

Peel the mandarin and remove all of the stringy pith. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Peel the mandarin and remove all of the stringy pith.
Step 5

Prepare the stabilized whipped cream. In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the cold water and sprinkle the gelatin over the water. Let the gelatin hydrate for 5 minutes.

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Prepare the stabilized whipped cream.
Step 6

Microwave the gelatin until it dissolves and becomes liquid but not hot, about 8 seconds. If it is not completely melted, microwave in 3-second intervals until it is completely dissolved. Stir in one tablespoon of heavy whipping cream. Set aside.

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Microwave the gelatin until it dissolves and becomes liquid but not hot, about 8 seconds.
Step 7

In a mixing bowl, add the remaining cold heavy whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract (or rum). Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: In a mixing bowl, add the remaining cold heavy whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract (or rum).
Step 8

While beating continuously, pour in the gelatin mixture in a thin stream. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: While beating continuously, pour in the gelatin mixture in a thin stream.
Step 9

Continue to beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Be sure not to overwhip. The whipped cream should be very smooth and not grainy.   

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Continue to beat the cream until stiff peaks form.
Step 10

Assemble the Japanese fruit sandwich. Place one slice of Japanese milk bread on a large piece of plastic wrap. Place a thin layer of whipped cream. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Assemble the Japanese fruit sandwich.
Step 11

Before placing the fruit, remember it is important to remember where the sandwich will be sliced for the prettiest presentation. For the strawberry Japanese fruit sandwich, place three to four strawberries diagonally. Fill the remaining spaces with one or two strawberries. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Before placing the fruit, remember it is important to remember where the sandwich will be sliced for the prettiest presentation.
Step 12

For the Mandarin Japanese fruit sandwich, divide the orange in half. Place the orange halves along the diagonal with the center lining up with the diagonal line. Fill the remaining spaces with the remaining oranges. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: For the Mandarin Japanese fruit sandwich, divide the orange in half.
Step 13

For the mixed fruit Japanese fruit sandwich, line up a strawberry, a 3-segment orange, kiwi, a 3-segment orange, and a strawberry along the diagonal line. Fill the remaining spaces with leftover fruit. Repeat this once more to create a second mixed fruit sandwich. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: For the mixed fruit Japanese fruit sandwich, line up a strawberry, a 3-segment orange, kiwi, a 3-segment orange, and a strawberry along the diagonal line.
Step 14

After the fruit is lined up, cover and fill the space around the fruit with a generous spread of whipped cream.

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: After the fruit is lined up, cover and fill the space around the fruit with a generous spread of whipped cream.
Step 15

Top with a second slice of Japanese milk bread and spread the whipped cream around the edges of the sandwich to fully cover the fruit. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Top with a second slice of Japanese milk bread and spread the whipped cream around the edges of the sandwich to fully cover the fruit.
Step 16

Wrap the milk bread tightly with plastic wrap. Twist the ends if necessary to get a compact seal. Use a piece of tape or a marker to mark the plastic wrap where the diagonal cut should be.  Refrigerate the sandwiches for at least two hours or overnight for the fruit and cream to settle. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Wrap the milk bread tightly with plastic wrap.
Step 17

Remove the sandwiches from the refrigerator and peel the plastic wrap. With a clean knife, diagonally slice the sandwich as marked. Keep the sandwich together.

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Remove the sandwiches from the refrigerator and peel the plastic wrap.
Step 18

Wipe the knife clean and slice off the crusts, wiping the knife clean after each cut. 

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Wipe the knife clean and slice off the crusts, wiping the knife clean after each cut.
Step 19

Reveal the beautiful fruit pattern of each sandwich and adorn it with mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Japanese Fruit Sandwich Recipe: Reveal the beautiful fruit pattern of each sandwich and adorn it with mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
418
FAT
24.5 g
PROTEIN
7.9 g
CARBS
44.5 g
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Kimiko S.

Kimiko

29 Feb 2024

Who knew afternoon tea sandwiches could be so pretty and so delicious! So refreshing during our hot summer months with a iced fruit or mint tisane!

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Chrystal G.

Chrystal

29 Feb 2024

Fan favorite with the kids. Kicking the picnics up a notch!

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Carmela G.

Carmela

Cozymeal Team Member

15 Feb 2024

This recipe is best for any occasion. A must-try and easy to make and re-create.

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