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Honeydew melon Cantaloupe melon Watermelon GrapesBamboo skewers Straws <ol> <li>Using cookie cutters, cut out flower shapes from the various melons and then cut out circles in the centre of each flower.</li> <li>Using a small round cutter or a melon baller cut out small circles or balls of melon and insert them in the centre of each flower.</li> <li>Push the tip of bamboo skewer through the flower and then cover with a straw and thread a couple of grapes onto each of the straws.</li> <li>You can arrange the flowers by pushing the end of the straws / skewers through the skin of an upturned melon. Remember to remove skewers before serving to children.</li> </ol>

Fruit Flowers

This no-cook recipe is a winner for a quick but impressive afternoon snack or evening treat. All you need is some fruit, straws and a cookie cutter.

: Prep Time: 15 minutes
: Makes: 6 flowers
: Great for: Toddler

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Ingredients

Honeydew melon
Cantaloupe melon
Watermelon
Grapes

For decoration

Bamboo skewers
Straws

Method

Using cookie cutters, cut out flower shapes from the various melons and then cut out circles in the centre of each flower.
Using a small round cutter or a melon baller cut out small circles or balls of melon and insert them in the centre of each flower.
Push the tip of bamboo skewer through the flower and then cover with a straw and thread a couple of grapes onto each of the straws.
You can arrange the flowers by pushing the end of the straws / skewers through the skin of an upturned melon. Remember to remove skewers before serving to children.