Festive Fruity Christmas Tree
A beautiful and healthy edible Christmas tree made from watermelon and an assortment of fresh fruits, perfect for a festive gathering.
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Melon baller
- Small cookie cutter
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
Main
- 1 large, seedless watermelon
- Strawberries for "ornaments"
- Blueberries for "ornaments"
- Green grapes for "ornaments"
- Red grapes for "ornaments"
- Kiwi, peeled and sliced into star shapes or other fun cut-outs
- Cantaloupe or honeydew melon, scooped into balls
- - Fresh mint leaves Optional for garnishing
- - powdered sugar for a "snow" effect, Optional for garnishing
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice off both ends of the watermelon to create a stable base, then stand it upright.
- Carve the watermelon into a rough cone shape to resemble a Christmas tree, removing excess rind and some red flesh.
- Wash and prepare all fruits; hull strawberries, wash berries and grapes, use a melon baller for melons, and cut shapes from kiwi slices using a cookie cutter.
Assembly
- Insert toothpicks evenly into the watermelon base across the "tree."
- Attach prepared fruit onto the toothpicks, starting from the bottom and working your way up, alternating colors and textures.
- Place a kiwi star on a toothpick at the top of the tree.
- Tuck in fresh mint leaves and, if desired, lightly dust with powdered sugar just before serving for a snowy effect.
Notes
This festive fruit tree is a healthy and fun centerpiece for any holiday gathering. Be creative with your fruit choices and enjoy the process of decorating your edible tree!