Atemoyas are tropical fruits celebrated for their sweet, custard-like flavor, which combines hints of pineapple, banana, and vanilla. With their creamy and soft flesh, they are often likened to a tropical dessert in fruit form. Atemoyas can be enjoyed fresh for a delectable treat, blended into creamy smoothies, or incorporated into desserts such as pies and custards for a delightful tropical twist.
 
Taste Profile: Often described as a blend of pineapple, mango, and vanilla. It has a sweet and slightly tangy tropical flavor with a creamy richness.
 
Texture Profile: The flesh is soft, custard-like, and slightly fibrous with large, black, inedible seeds. The skin is knobby and pale green.
 
How to Ripen Quickly: Atemoyas are typically harvested when firm and ripen at room temperature. To speed up ripening, place them in a paper bag with an apple or banana. They are ripe when slightly soft to the touch.
 
How to Keep Fresh Longest: Once ripe, atemoyas can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days, but they are best enjoyed soon after ripening.
 
Drink Recipes:
Atemoya Smoothie: Blend ripe atemoya flesh (remove seeds) with a splash of milk or coconut milk and a touch of lime juice for a tropical smoothie.
Atemoya & Coconut Cream Drink: Blend ripe atemoya flesh with coconut cream and a little sweetener (if desired) for a decadent tropical drink.
 
Meal Recipes:
Atemoya & Yogurt Parfait: Layer chunks of ripe atemoya with yogurt and granola for a light and refreshing breakfast or snack.
Atemoya Fruit Salad: Combine chunks of ripe atemoya with other tropical fruits like mango, papaya, and pineapple for a vibrant fruit salad.