Sandwich lovers will enjoy this Japanese fruit sandwich! Also called a fruit sando, this no-bake dessert only uses bread, cream, and fresh fruit. Beginners and busy cooks will love how simple this fluffy white sandwich bread snack is. Layers of fruit, cream, and slices of bread make it eye-catching and taste delicious at the same time!
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Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:
- White bread
- Heavy cream
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla sugar or vanilla extract
- Orange
- Strawberries
- Kiwis
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Whip the Cream
1. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla sugar or vanilla extract.
3. Continue beating until stiff peaks form, and the cream is smooth and fluffy.
Prepare the Fruit
4. Wash, peel, and slice the orange, strawberries, and kiwis into thin, even pieces.
Assemble the Sandwiches
5. Spread a layer of whipped cream on one slice of crustless white bread.
6. Arrange the sliced fruits in a neat pattern or line down the center.
7. Add more whipped cream over the fruit.
8. Top with another slice of bread and press gently to seal.
Trim and Cut
9. Carefully trim the edges for a clean finish.
10. Cut into halves or quarters. Diagonal cuts will show a beautiful fruit cross-section.
Chill
11. Wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap.
12. Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow the filling to firm up.
Serve
13. Unwrap and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert or light breakfast.
Storage
Store your sandwich in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Don't forget to wrap each one in plastic so they won't dry out. The refrigeration will keep it fresh.
FAQs
Japanese Fruit Sandwich
Ingredients
- 8 slices soft white bread crusts removed
- ¾ cup heavy cream (200 ml, 35% fat)
- 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar (15–25 g) adjusted to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar or vanilla extract
- 1 large orange peeled and sliced
- 4-5 strawberries sliced
- 1-2 kiwis peeled and sliced
Instructions
Whip the Cream
- In a large bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla sugar or vanilla extract.
- Continue beating until stiff peaks form and the cream is smooth and fluffy.
Prepare the Fruit
- Wash, peel, and slice the orange, strawberries, and kiwis into thin, even pieces.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Spread a layer of whipped cream on one slice of crustless white bread.
- Arrange the sliced fruits in a neat pattern or line down the center.
- Add more whipped cream over the fruit.
- Top with another slice of bread and press gently to seal.
Trim and Cut
- Carefully trim the edges for a clean finish.
- Cut into halves or quarters. Diagonal cuts will show a beautiful fruit cross-section.
Chill
- Wrap each sandwich in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow the filling to firm up.
Serve
- Unwrap and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert or light breakfast.
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Anika says
Stunning recipe!