On the Big Island in Hawai’i there is a fruit that may live up to it’s name. It is grown on other tropical climates, but the Hawai’ians call it Liliko’i. Or Passion Fruit. Will let you wonder about the name. The blossom is complex and some say the best part of the plant. Judge for yourself.

Liliko’i fruit has a great and unique flavor. The fruit is normally crushed and used as concentrate to mix with other fruit juices or water. (Liliko’i juice is available in some supermakets on the mainland.)

But Hey! Mr. Ed’s Bakery in Honomu on the Big Island makes Liliko’i Butter (like apple butter). YUM! When I got home I mixed it with cream. WOW! A GREAT topping for fruit. Everyone who visits when this is on the dessert menu asks about it. Good sign!

Now I am going to try this with some fresh fruit on shortcake – Instead of the normal whipped cream.