Watermelon Shark Fruit Board (Printable)

A vibrant watermelon shark centerpiece filled with colorful fruits, perfect for summer snacks and parties.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Watermelon Shark

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

→ Fruit Filling & Board Garnish

04 - 2 cups seedless green grapes
05 - 2 cups seedless red grapes
06 - 1 pint blueberries
07 - 1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
08 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
10 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
11 - 1/2 cup blackberries
12 - 1 cup cantaloupe balls or cubes
13 - 1 cup honeydew balls or cubes
14 - Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

→ Extras (optional)

15 - 1 cup gummy fish or sharks (for decoration)
16 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (to mimic bubbles)

# Directions:

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 and reserve it for the fruit filling. Carve jagged teeth along the edge of the mouth using a paring knife. Attach apple or banana slices above the mouth using toothpicks and secure a blueberry in the center of each slice to create eyes.
02 - Dice the reserved watermelon flesh into bite-sized pieces. Fill the inside of the shark's mouth with a mixture of watermelon, grapes, berries, and orange segments to resemble shark bait. Arrange the remaining fruits and melon balls around the shark on a large serving platter, alternating colors and shapes for visual appeal. Scatter gummy fish or marshmallows if desired and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
03 - Serve immediately with small tongs, toothpicks, or forks for easy fruit picking.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fun and creative fruit presentation
  • Kid-friendly and healthy snack
02 -
  • Carve the watermelon shark fresh to keep it from getting soggy
  • Optional extras like gummies and marshmallows add fun texture but watch for allergens
03 -
  • Chill the watermelon before carving to make slicing easier
  • Use toothpicks carefully to secure fruits without damaging them
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