4th of July Fruit Kabobs

They are a great way to keep your kids busy in the kitchen. They’ll love using a melon baller to make balls of watermelon and threading the ingredients on the skewers will keep them entertained while you get other things done.

How To Serve 4th of July Fruit Kabobs

These fruit kabobs are perfectly delicious as is, but you can amp up the flavor by adding some fresh mint, a sprinkle or salt, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. They are a cool and refreshing snack to munch on that will still leave you with plenty of room for burgers and pie later on.

Variations and Substitutions

• Use strawberries or raspberries in place of watermelon.
• Use large marshmallows in place of mozzarella balls.
• Use cubes of Angel Food cake or pound cake in place of mozzarella balls.

Make Ahead

These fruit skewers can be made ahead of time, covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated. Make up to 24 hours in advance.

Serve 4th of July Fruit Kabobs with Hot Dogs with Dr. Pepper Barbecue Sauce, Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad, Root Beer Baked Beans, and Creamy Macaroni Saladfor a 4th of July Cookout everyone will rave about.

More Patriotic Recipes

• Red, White and Blue Jello Salad
• Firecracker Pretzel Rods
• Firecracker Popcorn
• Brownie Flag
• Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Strawberries
• Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

Originally posted June 28, 2014