Sandwiches, a worldwide known food, have taken on a unique twist in Japan. Among the various types of sandwiches originating from Japan, fruit sandwiches have captured the hearts of young people.

These sandwiches consist of seasonal and succulent fruits sandwiched between two fluffy slices of Japanese milk bread, accompanied by chilled cream. The use of strawberries, oranges, and kiwis makes these sandwiches a perfect choice for breakfast or a casual snack.

What exactly is a Japanese fruit sandwich? It's a delightful combination of fresh fruits and whipped cream nestled between two slices of Japanese milk bread. While the fluffy bread plays a supporting role, the real stars of the show are the symmetrically arranged strawberries, oranges, kiwis, mangoes, and blueberries that take center stage.

The smooth cream between the bread and fruit adds a dreamy touch to the entire sandwich. Each bite bursts with juicy sweetness, offering a refreshing and light experience reminiscent of sunshine captured within a sandwich.

Ingredients:

12 strawberries, 2 kiwis, 1 navel orange, 4 slices of Japanese milk bread, 1 cup of heavy cream (240 ml), 5 teaspoons of sugar 24g

Steps:

1. Fill a large bowl with ice water and place a clean and dry medium-sized bowl in it to keep it cool. Add the heavy cream to the medium bowl and start mixing it on low speed.

2. Once bubbles form, add the sugar and continue whisking on medium-high speed.

3. Whisk until the cream thickens and forms crests when the mixer is removed.

4. Switch to a hand mixer and whisk until the whipped cream reaches the desired consistency. It should be spreadable but not too runny, as it will be sandwiched between the bread slices.

5. Spread the whipped cream evenly on both sides of the bread slices. If there is any whipped cream left, you can either dip the fruit in it or use it to make a parfait.

6. Leave the crust on the bread as it helps maintain the shape of the fruit when sandwiched.

7. Arrange the fruit on one side of the bread, creating an appealing presentation.

8. Add whipped cream between the fruit slices.

9. Place the second slice of bread on top, with the whipped cream side facing down.

10. Take a large piece of plastic wrap and wrap it tightly around the entire sandwich, making sure not to change its orientation.

11. Use a marker to mark the cross-section of the wrap for easier cutting later.

12. Place the sandwich on a plate and refrigerate it for at least one hour, or overnight if preferred. In Japan, it is common to place a heavy object on top of the sandwich while chilling.

13. Unwrap the plastic wrap and cut the sandwich in half.

14. Gently press down on the sandwich and cut off the crust from all four sides.