How to Make the Perfect Butterfly Watermelon Skewers
American · Easy · 15 min · 12 servings
Fresh watermelon slices cut into butterfly shapes and threaded onto skewers make a gorgeous and healthy addition to any kids party spread. These refreshing fruit skewers are as beautiful as they are delicious and require zero cooking.
Why this recipe works
This Butterfly Watermelon Skewers recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 45 calories with 1g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 large seedless watermelon
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 12 pieces wooden skewers
- 1 cup fresh strawberries halved
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Slice the Watermelon
Cut the watermelon into half inch thick slabs. Use a butterfly shaped cookie cutter to press through each slab and create the butterfly shapes. Collect all cut shapes on a clean tray.
Step 2: Thread onto Skewers
Carefully push a wooden skewer through the center of each butterfly shaped watermelon piece from the bottom upward, leaving enough skewer at the bottom to hold comfortably.
Step 3: Add Fruit Decorations
Press blueberries and strawberry halves onto the watermelon butterfly wings to create colorful patterns resembling butterfly wing designs. This step is a great activity for kids to help with.
Step 4: Drizzle and Display
Arrange the finished butterfly skewers standing upright in a block of styrofoam or laying flat on a large platter. Drizzle lightly with honey and garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- watermelon → cantaloupe or honeydew melon for a different flavor
- honey drizzle → agave syrup for a vegan friendly option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using a watermelon that is too thin causing the cookie cutter to break the shape apart
- Not drying the watermelon surfaces before adding the decorative fruit which causes them to slide off
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 45 calories, 1g protein, 11g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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