Berry Good Hearted Fruit (Printable Version)

Colorful skewers with heart-cut melon and fresh berries for a fun, healthy treat kids and adults will love.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup hulled strawberries, sliced into heart shapes
02 - 1 cup seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch slices
03 - 1 cup cantaloupe, cut into 1/2-inch slices
04 - 1 cup honeydew melon, cut into 1/2-inch slices
05 - 1 cup blueberries
06 - 1 cup seedless grapes, red or green

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to shape watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon slices into hearts.
02 - Slice large strawberries lengthwise in half and trim the tops into heart shapes with a paring knife as desired.
03 - Thread fruit pieces alternately — berries, grapes, and heart-shaped melon pieces — onto skewers to create a colorful pattern.
04 - Place the completed skewers on a serving platter.
05 - Sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the skewers and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fun and colorful presentation
  • Healthy and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Swap in pineapple, kiwi, or other fruits for variety.
  • Use bamboo or reusable metal skewers. For kids, use blunted tips for safety.
03 -
  • Use fruits that are firm enough to hold shape on skewers.
  • Prepare skewers shortly before serving to keep fruit fresh.
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