Ripe cherimoya flesh may be offered in tiny amounts, but seeds, skin, leaves, and twigs are reported as toxic. Remove all seeds completely — they're smooth and easy to miss in blended products.
Cherimoya (Annona cherimola), also called custard apple, is a tropical fruit with green scaly skin and soft, sweet, creamy flesh. The black seeds are smooth and distinctive.
Cherimoya is eaten fresh by scooping out the flesh or used in smoothies, sorbets, and custard-style desserts.
Frozen purees and bottled blends can be more concentrated. Recipes often combine cherimoya with condensed milk, yogurt, honey, or syrup. Cut fruit ferments quickly if left out at room temperature.
