Fresh strawberries can be sliced or whole, placed on top of cakes, and even used for decoration with whipped cream or frosting.
Blueberries can be sprinkled directly onto cakes or used in a sauce.
They pair especially well with chocolate, lemon, or cream cakes.
Pineapple slices or chunks can be placed on top of cakes, especially in tropical or citrus-themed cakes.
Their bright green color and tangy flavor complement fruit cakes and cheesecakes well.
Fresh mangoes can be cut into thin slices or cubes to create a tropical flair on cakes.
Cherries (either fresh or maraschino) are classic cake toppers, especially on chocolate cakes or cheesecakes.