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Spooky Fruit Platter: A Healthy Halloween Treat

A fun and festive fruit platter perfect for Halloween! Create cute ghost and pumpkin designs using melon balls and orange wedges.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 Large Cantaloupe
  • 1 Small Honeydew Melon
  • 1 cup Blueberries
  • 1 cup Blackberries
  • 1 cup Green Grapes
  • 1 Orange
  • 1 Kiwi
  • Optional Chocolate Chips
  • Optional Yogurt or Whipped Cream

Equipment

  • Melon baller or small spoon
  • Small knife
  • Toothpicks (optional)
  • Plating platter

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half and remove seeds. Scoop out melon balls using a melon baller or small spoon.
  2. Arrange the cantaloupe balls on a platter. Use a small knife or toothpick to make two small dots for eyes on each ball – your friendly ghosts!
  3. Cut the orange into wedges. Carve simple pumpkin faces into the orange wedges using a small knife.
  4. Arrange the blueberries, blackberries, and green grapes around the ghosts and pumpkins to create a spooky landscape.
  5. Peel the kiwi and slice it into thin rounds or stars. Arrange them on the platter as desired.
  6. Optional: Add chocolate chips for extra detail on the ghosts or pumpkins. A dollop of yogurt or whipped cream adds a festive touch.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your spooky fruit platter!

Notes

For extra creativity, use cookie cutters to shape the melon and kiwi. You can also add other fruits like strawberries or raspberries.