Raspberry Sweet Treat Faux Fries with Tangy ‘Ketchup’

Faux “Fries” with Raspberry ‘Ketchup” Recipe

Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Description:

Kids will love these faux “fries” served with a delightful raspberry “ketchup”. This recipe is not only a fun twist on a classic treat but also easy to prepare, making it perfect for a quick dessert or snack. All you need is an empty ketchup squeeze bottle and a cardboard French fry container, which can easily be obtained by politely asking. With the vibrant flavors of raspberries and the sweet touch of powdered sugar, these faux fries are a delightful indulgence.

Recipe Category:

Dessert

Keywords:

Raspberries, Berries, Fruit, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• Powdered sugar, to taste
• Pound cake (for the faux “fries”)

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 394.3
• Fat Content: 15.1g
• Saturated Fat Content: 8.7g
• Cholesterol Content: 165.8mg
• Sodium Content: 299.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 62.9g
• Fiber Content: 4.1g
• Sugar Content: 22.5g
• Protein Content: 4.7g

Recipe Instructions:

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Trim off a thin layer of the pound cake’s brown exterior crust, then cut the pound cake lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices. Turn the slices on their sides and cut them into 1/4 inch strips. Trim the strips to 4-5 inches in length. If this sounds confusing, just remember that you’re creating French fry-shaped strips.

3. Arrange the strips on a cookie sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until they are browned on the top and bottom.

4. After 10 minutes, turn the strips over and bake for an additional 4 minutes or until the remaining two sides are browned.

5. Once baked, allow the strips to cool and then arrange them in the cardboard French fry container, mimicking the appearance of real fries.

6. Meanwhile, prepare the raspberry “ketchup”. Place both the frozen and fresh raspberries in a blender and puree until smooth. If needed, add a few tablespoons of water or lemon juice to help with blending.

7. Gradually add powdered sugar to the raspberry puree, tasting as you go until the desired level of sweetness is achieved and the tartness of the raspberries is balanced.

8. Once sweetened to your liking, strain the raspberry puree through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove any seeds or pulp.

9. Transfer the strained raspberry puree into the empty ketchup squeeze bottle, which will serve as your raspberry “ketchup”.

10. Serve the faux “fries” alongside the raspberry “ketchup” and enjoy this fun and fruity dessert with your loved ones!

This playful dessert is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike, offering a unique twist on a classic snack. The combination of the crispy faux “fries” and the tangy-sweet raspberry “ketchup” creates a delightful flavor experience that will leave everyone craving more. So, grab your squeeze bottle and cardboard container, and get ready to indulge in this delicious treat!