A Passion for Passion Fruit: 5 Tart, Sweet Recipes

Passion Fruit Mousse

Passion fruit is a luscious, round vine fruit which is said to have originated in the tropical forests of Brazil. Traditionally, it is harvested around late summer. And you can tell if the fruit is ripe because the rind will start to wrinkle and turn a yellow or purple color. Once the skin is broken, the center reveals a juicy, orange-colored pulp that can be enjoyed on its own or used to make drinks and desserts. Fortunately for us, we don’t have to pick passion fruit from vines, we can grab packaged purees from our grocer’s freezer.

For a sweet taste of the tropics, try one of these delectable recipes made with this tasty tropical fruit.

1. Chef Irie’s Passion Fruit Mousse

This rum infused mousse uses only 5 ingredients to keep it easy to follow and conveniently affordable. It’s best served chilled in a martini glass. Garnish with white chocolate swirls or shavings. To make a non-alcoholic version of Chef Irie’s Passion Fruit Mousse, simply eliminate the rum.

2. Passion Fruit Mojito

The mojito is a libation originally from Cuba. It’s awesome signature ingredients include Caribbean rum, lime juice, cane sugar and mint leaves. This recipe incorporates passion fruit puree for an exotic bit of tanginess.

Fresh Passion Fruit Mojito

3. Passion Fruit Yogurt Cake 

This cake recipe can be made with ingredients you probably already have at home. Great for a special occasion, and best when served on the day it’s made. Prepare as muffins or regular rounds, then serve with ice cream and whipped cream for extra deliciousness!

Passion Fruit Cake

4. Passion Fruit Cheesecake

Nothing beats a good cheesecake and with the passion fruit topping, you’re getting that kick of slight tartness to balance the sweet.

Passion Fruit Cheesecake

5. Passion Fruit Coconut Bars

Try these surprisingly chewy, tart, coco-nutty delights. There are bits of coconut in the crust and a smooth texture on the filling.

Passion Fruit Coconut Bars

Be sure to take photos of your own passionate Passion Fruit creations and share them on our facebook page, pinterest or instagram using the hashtag #tastetheislands so we can share them with our community!