Watermelon Baby Carriage
Turn your next baby shower into an unforgettable celebration with this adorable Watermelon Baby Carriage centerpiece! This creative and delicious fruit display combines a charming presentation with the fresh, vibrant flavors of watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, grapes, strawberries, and blueberries. Carved from a medium watermelon, the carriage is adorned with citrus wheels and filled with a colorful fruit salad that’s as healthy as it is eye-catching. Perfectly suited for baby showers and themed parties, this no-cook recipe is easy to assemble in under an hour and serves up to 10 guests. Whether you’re looking to impress with a show-stopping table decoration or simply want to elevate your event snacks, this watermelon baby carriage is sure to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Watermelon
- 1 small Cantaloupe
- 1 small Honeydew melon
- 2 cups Grapes
- 2 cups Strawberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 4 pieces Wooden skewers
- 2 Round citrus fruit (e.g., oranges or limes) for wheels
Instructions
Place the watermelon on a flat surface and cut off the top third horizontally. This will serve as the 'lid' of the carriage. Set it aside for later use or discard if preferred.
Scoop out the flesh of the watermelon using a melon baller or large spoon, ensuring that the rind is clean and hollowed out. Save the watermelon flesh for the fruit filling.
Using a sharp knife, carve out one of the long sides of the watermelon to create a 'carriage opening.' Carefully smooth and shape the edges for a polished look.
Scoop the flesh from the cantaloupe and honeydew melon with a melon baller. Combine with the watermelon balls in a large mixing bowl.
Add the grapes, strawberries, and blueberries to the bowl and gently mix to create the fruit salad filling for the carriage.
For the wheels, slice the round citrus fruit crosswise into even rounds. Using wooden skewers, attach a slice on each side of the watermelon near the base to create the appearance of wheels.
If desired, cut another small circular hole on the opposite side of the opening to represent a 'handle.' You can insert a skewer or decorative element for effect.
Fill the hollowed-out watermelon baby carriage with the prepared fruit salad. Arrange it neatly to enhance presentation.
If using the reserved watermelon lid, prop it up at an angle to resemble the cover of a baby carriage.
Refrigerate the assembled watermelon baby carriage until ready to serve. Serve chilled as a centerpiece and treat at your baby shower or event.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 456 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 768.0 g | 279% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.2 g | 204% | |
| Total Sugars | 635.7 g | ||
| Protein | 57.3 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 11931 mg | 254% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
