Last Updated on May 19, 2022 by
Are you wondering how to make bionicos cream? If you love the sweet taste of different fruits you’re sure to fall in love with a fresh bowl of Bionico. This filling salad dessert that’s full of toppings is something that anyone of any age can prepare for themselves and others as well as enjoy at any time of the day, except probably at the very end as it may keep you up given that it does pack a big sugary punch!
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Bionico Cream Recipe
Bionico began as a popular food for people to enjoy on the streets of Guadalajara, Mexico in the 1990`s. It isn’t too hard to imagine when you take into account that it is located in one of the hotter, more desert-like states of Mexico.
In reality, it can have any number, or kinds, of fresh fruit as a base, and in Mexico where there are many wonderfully juicy varieties, it is very common for vendors to use the fruits that are most in season. However, what makes it special is that it is drizzled with a savory cream that brings the whole bowl of goodness together.
A big reason for its popularity is that it is healthy and full of energy. The kind of energy that you may need to keep you going when you need to stay on task during a busy workday at the office, or when you’re out and about with the family and would like to treat everybody to something that’ll keep their spirits up.
To a large extent, it does tend to depend on the kind of fruits that you use. For instance, if you plan on using more exceptionally sweet kinds like strawberries and guava than the more simplistic flavors of apples and bananas then you’ll use a cream that won’t compete with them for flavor.
The way that you make the crema can vary, throughout Mexico people have their own recipes. Generally speaking Here is one of the more popular crema recipes, along with one of the most common combinations of bionico recipes.
What You Will Need To Make Your Bionico Cream Recipe
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- 4 individual bowls
- Large stirring utensil
Ingredients
For the crema
- 1/3 cup of plain yogurt
- 1/3 cup of Mexican crema
- A teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup of sweetened condensed milk
For the fruit salad
- A cup each of strawberries, papaya, red apple( or other colors for extra sweet), banana, and cantaloupe(or honeydew for extra sweet)
- Half a cup each of granola, raisins, and shredded coconut
Step by Step Instructions For Your Bionico Cream Recipe
Step 1: Mix ingredients with the crema
In a bowl mix together all the ingredients for the crema, except for the vanilla extract. Once you have a good consistency you can then add in the extract and stir it further until it’s mixed in as well.
Step 2: Cut the fruits
Cut up all of the fruits, except for the strawberries, into small manageable cubes and slice up the strawberries into slices.
Step 3: Divide the fruit
In equal amounts, divide the cubed fruits into the 4 individual bowls. Then place the strawberries in the center on top.
Step 4: Prepare the topping
Now comes the time for the topping. Spread an 1/8th of a cup of the raisins, granola, and shredded coconut on top of everything, making sure to spread pretty evenly throughout.
Step 5: Serve
Enjoy it in cups.
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Tips and Tricks for Your Bionicos Recipe
This Bionico fruit cocktail has come a long way and you can make your own version, especially when it comes to the toppings that you add to it. When you order it off the street in Mexico you’ll usually be offered a bit of honey drizzle to top it off, but you can also add any number of other toppings. Think of it as though you were in an ice cream parlor, everything like sprinkles, chocolate chips, powdered sugar and even cinnamon make wonderful additions!
It might interest you to learn that some restaurants have even been known to add liquor to the fruit to make it a more socially friendly treat to enjoy when going out with loved ones. So if you want to do this at home just pour the liquor of your choice on top of the fruit before adding the toppings. Sweet brands like Kahlua and Baileys make for good flavor combinations.
Each bowl should have around 450 calories, so do keep this in mind when you’re planning meals around this sweet and nutritionally packed treat. For a healthier crema, you can use creme fraiche or even cottage cheese instead, although it will make for a simpler flavoring.
Make sure that you ask everyone about the kinds of fruits that they would like to enjoy. For instance, a lot of people like to avoid banana and/or apple in their bionico as they may find the taste to be too plain and would much rather eat something that has more of a kick.
Servings and preparation time
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 guests
Conclusion
When a bionico is well made it is very satisfying, refreshing, and feels like a wonderful explosion of flavor with each bite that you take. As a matter of fact, many people in Mexico eat it shortly before heading out to a business meeting, the gym, or on a run as it gives them the energy to really push them forward. It’s also a great opportunity to make sure that you eat enough fruit, which is important as the majority of people eat much less than the recommended daily portions that scientific studies suggest.
It dazzles the eye and can really raise your spirits when your energy level is low, which is neat when you consider how it doesn’t require too much effort to prepare and that you can make a batch and put it away in the fridge for later.
There are many sweets to be had in Mexico, and this is one of those that has really caught on worldwide for a number of reasons. So if you’re tempted, give it a chance as it may soon become one of your favorites!
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Bionico Cream
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- 4 individual bowls
- Large stirring utensil
Ingredients
For the crema
- ⅓ cup Plain yogurt
- ⅓ cup Mexican crema
- ⅓ cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
For the fruit salad
- 1 cup Each of strawberries, papaya, red apple( or other colors for extra sweet), banana, and cantaloupe(or honeydew for extra sweet)
- ½ cup Each of granola, raisins, and shredded coconut
Instructions
- Mix ingredients with the crema. In a bowl mix together all the ingredients for the crema, except for the vanilla extract. Once you have a good consistency you can then add in the extract and stir it further until it’s mixed in as well.
- Cut the fruits. Cut up all of the fruits, except for the strawberries, into small manageable cubes and slice up the strawberries into slices.
- Divide the fruit. In equal amounts, divide the cubed fruits into the 4 individual bowls. Then place the strawberries in the center on top.
- Prepare the topping. Now comes the time for the topping. Spread an 1/8th of a cup of the raisins, granola, and shredded coconut on top of everything, making sure to spread pretty evenly throughout.
- Serve. Enjoy it in cups.
Notes
Tips and Tricks for Your Bionicos Recipe
This Bionico fruit cocktail has come a long way and you can make your own version, especially when it comes to the toppings that you add to it. When you order it off the street in Mexico you'll usually be offered a bit of honey drizzle to top it off, but you can also add any number of other toppings. Think of it as though you were in an ice cream parlor, everything like sprinkles, chocolate chips, powdered sugar, and even cinnamon make wonderful additions! It might interest you to learn that some restaurants have even been known to add liquor to the fruit to make it a more socially friendly treat to enjoy when going out with loved ones. So if you want to do this at home just pour the liquor of your choice on top of the fruit before adding the toppings. Sweet brands like Kahlua and Baileys make for good flavor combinations.
Casia is a passionate home cook who loves to share her love of Mexican food with the world. She has been cooking since she was a child, helping her grandmother in the kitchen and learning the traditional techniques used to create delicious Mexican dishes. Casia loves to experiment with new ingredients and flavors, always looking for ways to make her dishes even more flavorful. She is also passionate about teaching others about Mexican cuisine and its rich history. When she is not in the kitchen, Casia enjoys exploring new cultures, traveling, and spending time with her family.