Description
A fun and festive Watermelon Jack-O’-Lantern filled with delicious fruits, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 mini seedless watermelon
- Watermelon chunks (from the scooped watermelon, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 small cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb strawberries
- 1 lb grapes
- 6 oz blackberries
- 6 oz blueberries
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- Plastic spiders (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon: Slice a thin piece off the bottom so it can sit flat.
- Scoop it out: Use a spoon or melon baller to remove the inside flesh. Cut into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- Carve the face: Draw a jack-o’-lantern face with a pen, then carefully cut out the eyes, nose, and a large mouth near the bottom so the fruit can “spill out.”
- Mix the fruit: In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, cantaloupe, strawberries, grapes, and blueberries. Drizzle with lemon juice and gently toss.
- Assemble: Place the carved watermelon on a large tray. Fill its mouth with the fruit salad so it looks like it’s spilling out. Scatter more fruit around the base.
- Add finishing touches: Top with blackberries and, if desired, place plastic spiders around for a spooky effect.
Notes
Avoid bananas and apples unless serving immediately, as they brown quickly. Carve and assemble on the same day for freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American