How do you make heart shapes from fruit slices?

Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew slices into neat heart shapes.

What fruits work best for these skewers?

Strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and heart-cut melon slices make a colorful and tasty combination.

Yes, cover and refrigerate the skewers for up to 2 hours before serving to keep them fresh.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves and consider pairing with vanilla yogurt or chocolate dip for extra flavor.

Use skewers with blunted tips or bamboo skewers for safer handling by children.

Absolutely, swapping in pineapple, kiwi, or other favorite fruits adds variety and color.

A vibrant, fun, and healthy snack featuring heart-shaped fruit pieces threaded onto skewers—perfect for kids, parties, or a refreshing dessert.

This recipe has become a favorite at family gatherings—everyone loves the colorful presentation and easy prep.

Fruits: 1 cup strawberries (hulled, large berries sliced for heart shapes), 1 cup seedless watermelon (cut into 1/2-inch slices), 1 cup cantaloupe (cut into 1/2-inch slices), 1 cup honeydew melon (cut into 1/2-inch slices), 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green)
Optional Garnish: 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (for serving)

Step 1:: Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut heart shapes from the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon slices.
Step 2:: Slice large strawberries in half lengthwise, then trim the tops into a heart shape using a paring knife if desired.
Step 3:: Thread fruit onto skewers, alternating berries, grapes, and heart-shaped melon pieces for a colorful pattern.
Step 4:: Arrange the finished skewers on a serving platter.
Step 5:: Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

This recipe always brings the family together and delights kids and adults alike.

For a chocolate twist, drizzle skewers lightly with melted dark chocolate before serving. Pair with vanilla yogurt or chocolate dip for extra fun.

Small heart-shaped cookie cutter, paring knife, cutting board, skewers (8 10 inches)

Contains no common allergens. Check for cross-contamination if using pre-cut or packaged fruits.

These skewers are a delightful, easy-to-make treat that adds color and fun to any event.

→ How do you make heart shapes from fruit slices?: Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew slices into neat heart shapes.
→ What fruits work best for these skewers?: Strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and heart-cut melon slices make a colorful and tasty combination.
→ Can these skewers be prepared in advance?: Yes, cover and refrigerate the skewers for up to 2 hours before serving to keep them fresh.
→ Any tips for serving or garnishing?: Garnish with fresh mint leaves and consider pairing with vanilla yogurt or chocolate dip for extra flavor.
→ Are there suggestions for safely skewering fruit for kids?: Use skewers with blunted tips or bamboo skewers for safer handling by children.
→ Can I customize the fruits used in this dish?: Absolutely, swapping in pineapple, kiwi, or other favorite fruits adds variety and color.