Sweetheart Fruit Skewers Yogurt (Printer-friendly)
Heart-shaped fruit skewers paired with a creamy honey-yogurt dip make a vibrant snack or party treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Fruit Skewers
01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
03 - 1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
04 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
05 - 1 cup seedless grapes
06 - 1 cup blueberries
07 - 12 wooden or bamboo skewers
→ For the Yogurt Dip
08 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tbsp honey
10 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
11 - Zest of 1 lemon
# How to Prepare:
01 - Using small heart-shaped cookie cutters, cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and pineapple slices into heart shapes.
02 - Slice strawberries lengthwise and use a knife to shape into hearts, if desired.
03 - Thread a mix of heart-shaped fruit, grapes, blueberries, and strawberries onto each skewer, alternating colors and shapes for a festive look.
04 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Stir until smooth and creamy.
05 - Arrange the fruit skewers on a platter and serve with the yogurt dip.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These skewers make everyone smile before they even take a bite
- The creamy honey-vanilla dip transforms ordinary fruit into something special
- They come together in under 30 minutes with zero cooking required
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- Heart shapes can be tricky with softer fruits like kiwi, so stick to firmer options for clean cuts
- The dip benefits from sitting for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully
03 -
- Chill your serving platter for 20 minutes beforehand to keep everything fresh longer
- Cut extra hearts as backup since some inevitably break or look imperfect