By Jheelum Basu
February 22, 2026
While most desserts are high in sugar and other fatty ingredients, it is high time to opt for the healthier, fruity alternatives. Be it a baked crumble, a pie, or a custard, the options are plenty when it comes to fruit dessert recipes.
Apple Crumble is one of the most popular baked fruit desserts featuring a fruity base and filling topped with a crunchy, streusel-like layer made from flour, butter, and sugar.
This is another baked fruit dessert that features sweet berries at the bottom, while the top features either biscuits or a cake-like batter.
This chunky fruit preserve features dried apricots simmered in a light sugar syrup with some added lemon juice. It is considered a less-sweet alternative to jam.
This one is all about a creamy, refreshing chilled dessert made by mixing thick custard milk with fresh, diced fruits like mango, banana, grapes, and apple.
This one is a classic dessert made of a pastry crust filled with sliced apples, sugar, and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom. It is widely considered a comfort food