Watermelon Shark Bite Board (Printer-friendly)

Creative fruit platter with carved watermelon shark and a colorful mix of fresh fruits for summer fun.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Watermelon Shark

01 - 1 large seedless watermelon
02 - 2 blueberries (for eyes)
03 - 2 slices apple or banana (for eye whites)
04 - 1 small paring knife (for carving)

→ Fruit Filling & Board Garnish

05 - 2 cups seedless green grapes
06 - 2 cups seedless red grapes
07 - 1 pint blueberries
08 - 1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
09 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
10 - 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
11 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
12 - 1/2 cup blackberries
13 - 1 cup cantaloupe balls or cubes
14 - 1 cup honeydew balls or cubes
15 - Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

→ Extras (optional)

16 - 1 cup gummy fish or sharks (for decoration)
17 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (to mimic bubbles)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Slice a thin piece off the bottom of the watermelon so it sits flat. Cut about one third off one end at an angle to create the shark's mouth opening. Scoop out the flesh from the cut section, reserving it for the fruit filling. With a paring knife, carve jagged teeth along the edge of the mouth. Use toothpicks to attach apple or banana slices for the eyes above the mouth, securing a blueberry in the center of each.
02 - Dice reserved watermelon flesh into bite-sized pieces. Fill the inside of the shark's mouth with a mix of watermelon, grapes, berries, and orange segments to resemble shark bait. Arrange the remaining fruits and melon balls around the shark on a large tray or board, alternating colors and shapes for visual appeal. Scatter gummy fish or marshmallows if using, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
03 - Serve immediately, providing small tongs, toothpicks, or forks for easy fruit picking.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Fun and visually stunning presentation
  • Healthy and kid-friendly ingredients
02 -
  • Carve the watermelon shark just before serving for best freshness
  • Check gummy and marshmallow labels for allergens if adding
03 -
  • Use toothpicks carefully to secure eyes and garnish for stability
  • Arrange fruits by color for a visually appealing board
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