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Paradise and Pennant Candied Fruit

Paradise has been perfecting classic candied fruit recipes and developing new ones for decades. Our chefs are constantly finding new and exciting ways to utilize all the flavors of glace fruit we make. You can spend weeks making all the delicious dessert in our candied fruit recipe section. Also sign up for our recipe club and download a coupon to take to the grocer nearest you when purchasing ingredients.

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Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Give your dessert table a seasonal glow with this vibrant Christmas Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. Replacing standard fruit with bright red and green candied cherries and sweet candied pineapple, this version creates a glossy, decorative mosaic that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching.

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Fruit Cake Coconut Macaroons

Fruit Cake Coconut Macaroons

These Fruit Cake Coconut Macaroons are a chewy, easy-to-make twist on classic holiday fruitcake. They combine a sweet, moist coconut macaroon base with the traditional flavors of candied red and green cherries, pineapple, citrus peel, and pecans, resulting in a festive, light, and delicious cookie.

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German Stollen

German Stollen

Bring the taste of a German Christmas home with this Traditional Stollen. It’s a rich, buttery loaf packed with rum-soaked raisins and vibrant Paradise Candied Citron and Orange Peel. Dusted in a snowy layer of powdered sugar, this fruit-filled classic only gets better as the flavors ripen!

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Fruitcake Cookies

Fruitcake Cookies

Need a quick holiday treat? These time-saving cookies capture the essence of fruitcake in a chewy, bite-sized format. Starting with refrigerated sugar cookie dough, they are effortlessly mixed with holiday candied fruit and chopped pecans.

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Cherry Pistachio Cookies

Cherry Pistachio Cookies

Escape the everyday with this spectacularly rich, buttery cookie. Every bite delivers a striking moment of chewy texture and brilliant flavor, elevating the entire cookie into a jeweled confection—a decadent, festive masterpiece that makes the ordinary combination of cherry and pistachio feel brilliantly new.

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Ambur Murtanjan Kheer Pineapple

Ambur Murtanjan Kheer Pineapple

This indulgent Ambur Murtanjan kheer shines with rich, creamy milk and the bright burst of candied pineapple. Each spoonful delivers a luscious combo of subtly sweet pineapple jewels, warming spices, and velvety texture—an irresistible Eid treat that’s both festive and unforgettable.

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Delicious & Healthy Fruit Bread

Delicious & Healthy Fruit Bread

This healthy fruit bread is soft, flavorful, and packed with a colorful mix of candied fruit that adds bursts of sweetness to every bite. Combined with banana and walnuts, the chewy candied pieces make this wholesome loaf feel extra special—perfect for breakfast or a snack.

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Fruit cocktail pie with Candied ginger

Fruit cocktail pie with Candied ginger

If you’re craving dessert that offers both comfort and a little zing, this Fruit Cocktail Pie with Crystallized Ginger is just the ticket. Sweet, juicy fruit cocktail meets the warm, spicy bite of candied ginger—those little crystallized bits bring a burst of flavor that transforms the familiar into something extraordinary.

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Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Bright, zesty lemon and sunny poppy seeds play the lead, with ribbons of fresh lemon zest adding an extra burst of citrus sparkle. The zest weaves through the soft, golden crumb, releasing fragrant oils that heighten the tangy flavor in every bite. Each muffin feels alive with brightness—refreshing, uplifting, and utterly enchanting.

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Cherry Cinnamon Rolls

Cherry Cinnamon Rolls

Warm, gooey, and bursting with flavor — these homemade cherry cinnamon rolls are the kind of treat that makes mornings feel special. What sets them apart? The candied red cherries folded into the cinnamon-sugar swirl, adding bright pops of color, juicy sweetness, and a cherry aroma that fills the kitchen.

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Hawaiian Banana Bread

Hawaiian Banana Bread

This Hawaiian Banana Bread recipe is a tropical treat loaded with colorful candied fruit, ripe bananas, and island flavor in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or gifting, this moist and fruity banana bread is a sweet twist on a classic favorite!

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No Bake Chocolate Cherry Cookies

No Bake Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Cherry No-Bake Cookies blend rich cocoa, chewy oats, and sweet candied cherries—like a chocolate-covered cherry meets an oatmeal cookie, with juicy pops of cherry and coconut in every bite.

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No bake Chocolate Cherry cheesecake

No bake Chocolate Cherry cheesecake

This no-bake chocolate cherry cheesecake pie features a creamy chocolate filling in a cookie crust, elevated by candied cherries. Their vivid color and sweet chew add festive flair and irresistible contrast to every slice.

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Sweet Yeast Rolls with Cream Cheese Candied Fruit

Sweet Yeast Rolls with Cream Cheese Candied Fruit

These soft and fluffy yeast rolls are filled with a rich cream cheese mixture and generously studded with vibrant candied fruit, adding a festive burst of color and chewy sweetness in every bite. The sweet aroma of warm dough and fruit fills the air, making them perfect for holiday or special occasions.

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Cherry Popcorn

Cherry Popcorn

This vibrant cherry popcorn is a sweet, crunchy treat with a nostalgic twist. Each fluffy kernel is coated in a glossy cherry glaze and studded with bits of candied fruit, delivering a bold burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or edible gifting, it’s a colorful snack that’s as fun to eat as it is to share.

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