No-Bake Fresh Fruit Cake
A no-bake dessert made with fresh fruit and creamy homemade Ashta, perfect for warm days and easy entertaining.
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 3 Bananas
- 2 Kiwis
- 12 oz Strawberries
- 1 Mango
- 32 oz Ashta cream see recipe below
- Ground pistachios (for garnish, optional)
- Edible flowers (optional)
- Honey or simple syrup (for drizzling, optional)
Ashta Recipe
- 30 oz Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Whole Milk
- 5 tablespoons Corn starch
- ¼ cup Rosewater
Instructions
Prepare Fruit
- Peel and slice bananas and kiwis into ½-inch rounds.
- Wash strawberries, remove stems, and slice.
- Peel mango, remove the seed, and dice the flesh into small cubes.
Assemble the Cake
- On a rectangular serving platter, arrange a ring of banana slices around the outer edge.
- Continue layering the remaining fruits inside the banana ring, evenly distributing them for a colorful display.
Prepare the Ashta
- In a medium saucepan (off the heat), whisk together the milk and cornstarch until fully dissolved. Add the sugar and rose water, stirring to combine.
- Turn the stove to medium-high heat and place the pot on the burner. Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Remove the pot from heat. Add the ricotta cheese and whisk until fully combined and smooth.
- Let the Ashta cool for 15 minutes. Use immediately for a soft texture, or cover and refrigerate for a firmer consistency.
Add Ashta, Garnish, and Serve
- Spoon the Ashta creamgenerously over the arranged fruits, covering them completely.
- Sprinkle with ground pistachios and add edible flowers if desired.
- Optional: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours for a firmer texture and enhanced flavors.
- Drizzle with honey or simple syrup before serving for added sweetness.
Notes
Uniform Slicing: Slice fruits uniformly for an even and aesthetically pleasing presentation.
Chill Time: Allowing the assembled cake to chill enhances the flavors and makes slicing easier.
Serving: Use a sharp knife to cut through the layers neatly when serving.