Three Easy Retro Easter Desserts
The Pineapple Flamingo serves a festive alcohol, strawberry, pineapple, whipped cream vintage dessert.
This recipe was originally released April 15th, 1960 from the Chicago Tribune.
This is truly a mid-century dessert that adds a little Brandy but I think this recipe would be a very much grandmother approved one.
It is ideal for spring and summer holidays such as Easter, Mothers Day, The Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.
Vintage easter recipes often evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding people of cherished memories from their childhood or family gatherings.
Reviving a dessert cherished by past generations can evoke warm memories and foster a feeling of connection spanning through generations.
*𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚜𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚒𝚙𝚎𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚒𝚗 𝚊𝚕𝚌𝚘𝚑𝚘𝚕 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝟸𝟷 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚕𝚍𝚎𝚛
Easter is a time of celebration, and a vintage dessert can add a sense of occasion to the festivities.
Whether it's a rich, decadent strawberry dessert or a delicate, springtime confection, a vintage Easter dessert can be the perfect centerpiece for a holiday meal.
Fresh strawberries
canned or fresh pineapple
brandy, kirsch or spiced rum
heavy whipping cream
confectioners sugar
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*𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚜𝚎 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚒𝚙𝚎𝚜 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚊𝚒𝚗 𝚊𝚕𝚌𝚘𝚑𝚘𝚕 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝟸𝟷 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚕𝚍𝚎𝚛
NOTES:
This recipe contains alcohol and is only for anyone aged 21 or over.
I used a spiced rum instead of Brandy or Kirsch
I and added an extra 2 Tablespoons of confectioners sugar to the heavy whipped cream
Kirsch, also known as Kirschwasser, is a clear fruit brandy distilled from cherries. Unlike other cherry-flavored “brandies,” Kirsch is not sweet.
A good Kirsch should have pronounced cherry flavor.
And I just happen to have a cut glass bowl similar to the one used in the original photo
Chicago Tribune’s Pineapple Flamingo Dessert
Ingredients
1 quart fresh strawberries
4 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
1 can pineapple (20 oz 1 pound 4 oz) or fresh pineapple
1/3 Cup Brandy, Kirish or Spiced Rum
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 Cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Rinse, Clean and stem strawberries
Place strawberries in serving bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Put strawberries into the fridge to chill (one hour minimum)
At serving time add pineapple. Turn into bowl
Pour alcohol over all
Whipped cream – Add 1 Tablespoons of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of almond extract, into 1 Cup heavy whipping cream or use cool whip
Blend on high until soft peaks form
Form mound of whipped cream around fruit
Preparation time 15 minutes + 10 minutes to make whipped cream serves 4-6 single servings
original photo from the 1960’s Tribune
10 Minute Easter Dessert
VBTB Original Recipe
Serves 2-4 in stemed goblets
Recipe for 2-4 servings
Ingredients:
2 Hershey’s White Chocolate Pudding Boxes (3.4 oz each)
4 Cups of Milk
3-5 Drops of Purple Food Coloring or Color of Your Preference
2 Cups of Crushed Graham Crackers
Whipped Cream and Colorful Sprinkles
Directions:
Prepare the pudding as per the package instructions.
Add the desired amount of food coloring and mix well.
Layer crushed graham crackers followed by pudding in serving glasses.
Garnish with colorful sprinkles and a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Notes: This dessert is best presented in small goblet glasses for an elegant touch.
Raspberry Mousse
Ingredients:
1 Cup heavy whipping cream
1 pk 12 oz frozen raspberries
1 pk 8oz softened cream cheese
1/3 Cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
In a medium bowl using electric mixer, beat heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form.
Using a large food processor, chop frozen berries into fine pieces.
Cut up softened cream cheese and add to berries, powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Now blend until no white remains. Taste and add more sugar if needed.
Turn into a medium bowl and add fresh whipped cream.
Serves 5-6 in stemed goblets
Whether you're drawn to the nostalgia of bygone eras, the flavors of traditional recipes, or the satisfaction of homemade cooking, a vintage Easter dessert can be a delightful addition to your holiday table.
Making a vintage Easter dessert from scratch can be a labor of love, showcasing your culinary skills and creativity!
Sources: The Chicago Tribune, The 5 in 10 Dessert Cookbook
Photography: Vintage By The Bite
The Chicago Tribune
