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Fruit Sparklers

FRUIT SPARKLERS

A fun and patriotic recipe idea for a summer bbq or party, these Fruit Sparklers are a guaranteed crowd favorite! The perfect easy side dish for Memorial day or the Fourth of July!
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Course: Holiday
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fourth of July, Fruit, Memorial Day, Party, Patriotic, Sparklers, Summer
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 20
Calories: 75kcal
Author: Kirsten Simon

Equipment

  • small star cookie cutter
  • Bamboo skewers
  • serving tray

Ingredients

  • 1 whole watermelon
  • 16 ounces fresh blueberries
  • Bamboo skewers

Instructions

  • Cut watermelon vertically into 1 inch thick slices.
  • Use a small star cookie cutter to cut out star shapes from the flesh of each watermelon round.
  • Thread 7-10 blueberries into the center of each bamboo skewer, leaving enough space at the end for someone to be able to comfortably hold it, and a space at the top for the watermelon star.
  • Place the watermelon star on top and set the fruit sparklers on a serving tray. Cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1290IU | Vitamin C: 19.6mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.6mg