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Buy Star Apple Tropical Fruit UK

Star Apple, also known as caimito, is now available in the UK — a rare tropical fruit with glowing purple or green skin, creamy white flesh, and a star-shaped core.

What is Star Apple?

The Star Apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) is a tropical fruit native to the Caribbean, Central America, and Southeast Asia. Its name comes from the star-like pattern revealed when the fruit is sliced horizontally.

The skin ranges from deep purple to green, while the inside holds sweet, custard-like pulp that is both refreshing and creamy. Its delicate flavour is often described as a mix of apple, lychee, and persimmon, with a silky texture.

Star apple is enjoyed chilled as a dessert fruit, scooped fresh with a spoon, or blended into smoothies and tropical recipes. For UK fruit lovers, it offers a unique opportunity to taste an exotic delicacy rarely seen in supermarkets.

Nutrition & Health Benefits

Star apples are naturally nutritious and provide:

• Vitamin C – supports immunity and skin health.

• Fibre – promotes healthy digestion.

• Calcium & phosphorus – contribute to bone health.

• Potassium – supports normal blood pressure.

• Antioxidants – help protect against oxidative stress.

(General nutrition information; not medical advice.)

How to Eat & Store Star Apples

1. Wait until ripe: The skin should yield slightly to pressure.

2. Cut in half: Slice horizontally to reveal the star-shaped core.

3. Scoop with a spoon: Eat the creamy pulp while avoiding the bitter skin and rind.

4. Remove seeds: Seeds are inedible and should be discarded.

5. Storage: Store ripe fruits in the fridge and enjoy within 2–3 days.

Quick Recipe Ideas

• Star Apple Smoothie Recipe: Blend star apple pulp with coconut water and banana for a refreshing tropical drink.

• Chilled Dessert Bowl Recipe: Scoop pulp into a bowl, drizzle with honey, and serve over crushed ice for a simple, cooling dessert.

(See more inspiration on our recipes page.)

Provenance & Seasonality

• Origin: Sourced from the Caribbean and Southeast Asia.

• Seasonality: Harvested December to March in most regions.

• Sustainability: Partner farms use small-scale, eco-conscious cultivation methods.

Delivery & Packaging in the UK

• Imported fresh during the season.

• Next-day UK delivery available.

• Packed in eco-friendly, recyclable boxes for safe transport.

• Available in Star Apple fruit boxes UK-wide, perfect for gifting or tasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does star apple taste like?
It is creamy, sweet, and mildly fruity, similar to apple and lychee.

2. Can I eat the skin?
No, the skin and rind are bitter and not edible.

3. How do I know when star apple is ripe?
It softens slightly under pressure, and the skin looks glossy.

4. Do star apples have seeds?
Yes, they contain several inedible seeds that should be removed.

5. How should I store them?
Keep at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate for 2–3 days.

6. When are star apples in season?
They are typically harvested from December to March.

7. Are star apples rare in the UK?
Yes, they are considered exotic and are not widely available in supermarkets.

8. Do you offer star apple gift boxes?
Yes, curated star apple fruit boxes are available UK-wide.

Add Star Apples to Your Basket

Creamy, sweet, and stunningly exotic, star apples are a rare tropical treat now available in the UK.

Add to cart today to buy Star Apple fruit in the UK — delivered fresh in eco-friendly packaging, perfect for indulgence, gifts, or tropical recipes.

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