Berry Good Heart Fruit (Print View)

Heart-shaped fruits on skewers create a colorful, fresh, and fun snack or dessert option.

# Components:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced for 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

# Directions:

01 - Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut heart shapes from watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon slices.
02 - Slice large strawberries lengthwise in half, optionally trimming the tops into heart shapes with a paring knife.
03 - Thread strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and heart-shaped melon pieces onto skewers in alternating colorful patterns.
04 - Place completed skewers on a serving platter and garnish with fresh mint leaves as desired.
05 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and visually appealing heart-shaped fruit pieces
  • Easy and healthy snack suitable for all ages
02 -
  • Swap in pineapple, kiwi, or other fruits for variety
  • Use bamboo or reusable metal skewers and blunted tips for kids for safety
03 -
  • Chill fruit before assembling for firmer skewers
  • Use a gentle twisting motion when cutting fruit for cleaner heart shapes
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