When it comes to summer get-togethers and 4th of July celebrations, I love serving up something that’s both fun and refreshing.

These Watermelon Sparklers are always a hit.

They're quick to make, kid-friendly, and look so festive with their red, white, and blue colors!

With just a few ingredients, you can create a patriotic treat that’s as pretty as it is delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 ripe watermelon
• 1 container of blueberries

• 3 12-inch wooden skewers
• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Cutting board

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Slice the Watermelon
   Start by placing the watermelon on a sturdy cutting board and slicing it into 1-inch thick rounds. This gives you the perfect surface area for cutting star shapes.

1. Cut Out Stars
   Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out three watermelon stars per skewer. You can press the cutter straight down through the slices and gently push the star shapes out.
2. Assemble the Sparklers
   Take a skewer and carefully poke through the center of one of your watermelon stars, placing it at the top of the skewer.

1. Add Blueberries
   Thread about 10 fresh blueberries under the watermelon stars to complete the red and blue color theme.
2. Display and Serve
   I like to arrange these on a platter or even stand them up in a mason jar for a fun presentation. Keep them chilled in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

Tips

• If you’re making these ahead of time, keep the skewers in a single layer on a tray and cover with plastic wrap to keep them fresh.

• For younger kids, use blunt skewers or cut the pointed end off for safety.
• Get creative and swap blueberries for blackberries or raspberries if you like a twist.

Patriotic Watermelon Treats

Watermelon Sparklers are a sweet, simple way to bring festive flair to your summer celebrations.

Whether you’re hosting a 4th of July party or just looking for a fun way to enjoy fresh fruit, these treats are as easy as they are eye-catching.

They never last long at my house, and I bet they’ll disappear fast at yours, too!

Patriotic Watermelon Sparklers

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These watermelon sparklers are quick to make, kid-friendly, and look so festive with their red, white, and blue colors!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ripe watermelon
• 1 container of blueberries
• 3 12-inch wooden skewers
• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Cutting board

Instructions

1. Slice the Watermelon
   Start by placing the watermelon on a sturdy cutting board and slicing it into 1-inch thick rounds. This gives you the perfect surface area for cutting star shapes.
2. Cut Out Stars
   Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out three watermelon stars per skewer. You can press the cutter straight down through the slices and gently push the star shapes out.
3. Assemble the Sparklers
   Take a skewer and carefully poke through the center of one of your watermelon stars, placing it at the top of the skewer.
4. Add Blueberries
   Thread about 10 fresh blueberries under the watermelon stars to complete the red and blue color theme.
5. Display and Serve
   I like to arrange these on a platter or even stand them up in a mason jar for a fun presentation. Keep them chilled in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

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