GRILLED CAKE AND FRUIT

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Bring the convenience of outdoor cooking to dessert with toasted angel food cake "sandwiches" that hold melted chocolate and are served with grilled fruit. They're really delicious and easy. -Terri Trudeau, San Gabriel, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices angel food cake (1 inch thick)
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate
1 medium firm banana, cut into fourths
8 pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and diced
8 fresh strawberries, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut a pocket in each slice of cake by cutting from one long side to within 1/2 in. of the opposite side. Insert a chocolate piece into each opening; set aside. , In a small bowl, toss the banana, pineapple and lemon juice; drain. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine sugar and cinnamon. Add banana and pineapple; toss to coat. Thread onto four 4-in. metal or soaked wooden skewers., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. Place fruit over drip pan and grill over indirect medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until heated through, turning frequently. , Grill cake for 30-60 seconds on each side or until chocolate is melted. Remove fruit from skewers. Combine the kiwi, strawberries and grilled fruit; serve with cake slices.

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