Description
The All Fruit Party Cake is a vibrant and refreshing centerpiece made entirely from fresh fruits including watermelon, pineapple, kiwis, blueberries, and grapes. This creative and healthy dessert combines skillful fruit carving and decorative fruit skewers to create a visually stunning and delicious treat perfect for summer parties and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits
- 1 whole watermelon
- 1 whole pineapple
- 2 kiwis
- 4–5 oz blueberries
- A few handfuls of grapes
Tools and Others
- Toothpicks
- 2 wooden skewers
- Star cookie cutter (preferably metal, for cutting through pineapple)
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon: Cut the top and bottom off the watermelon to create flat surfaces. Then cut the four sides off to form a square-shaped watermelon block with rind on the corners. Carefully round the edges by trimming the four corners gradually to shape a rounded cake form about 6 inches in diameter.
- Cut Pineapple Stars: Slice 3-4 pieces of pineapple about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Use the star cookie cutter to cut out at least 2 stars per slice, depending on pineapple size.
- Scoop Watermelon Balls: Use a teaspoon to scoop out melon balls from the leftover watermelon pieces removed earlier. These balls will be used for the cake’s base decoration near the kiwi slices.
- Prepare Kiwis: Peel and slice the kiwis into thinner overlapping slices for decoration.
- Assemble Star Skewers: On each wooden skewer, thread fruit in this sequence: grape, blueberry, grape, blueberry, and finally a pineapple star. Push the pineapple star onto the skewer only halfway to prevent the skewer tip from poking through. Insert the star skewers into the top and sides of the watermelon cake.
- Line Blueberries Along the Top Edge: Break toothpicks in half and insert the sharp end into the blueberries, then stick the other end of the toothpick into the watermelon along the top edge, creating a blueberry border.
- Attach Pineapple Stars on Sides: Use toothpicks to attach three or more pineapple stars evenly spaced around the watermelon sides.
- Add Kiwi and Watermelon Balls at the Base: Arrange overlapping kiwi slices around the base of the watermelon cake, followed by watermelon balls placed next to the kiwi slices for a colorful base layer.
- Fill Remaining Base Area: Use remaining blueberries and grapes to fill in any gaps around the base of the watermelon, creating a full and appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Use a sharp star cookie cutter made of metal for easier pineapple cutting.
- Trim the watermelon in small increments to avoid removing too much and keep the shape symmetrical.
- If using a larger watermelon, increase the quantity of decorating fruits proportionally.
- Keep fruit fresh by assembling the cake shortly before serving.
- This is a no-cook recipe perfect for hot days and those wanting a healthy dessert alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: fruit cake, watermelon cake, healthy dessert, no bake fruit cake, party cake, summer dessert, fruit centerpiece, pineapple stars, blueberry decoration
