Watermelon Stars
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These fun Watermelon Stars are the perfect snack for celebrating the 4th of July. Patriotic, delicious and easy to make, they’ll be a hit at any summer holiday cookout or potluck!
Originally published June 2018 – Updated May 2025
If you’re looking for a festive treat that’s almost too cute to eat, these watermelon stars are exactly what you’re looking for! I started making them for the 4th of July a few years ago, and now they’re a must-have every summer. Colorful and fun, you can whip up this delicious snack in no time…my kind of recipe!
All you need is a star-shaped cookie cutter, some juicy watermelon slices, white cheddar cubes, and a few blueberries. Then just stack them, pop in a flag toothpick, and you’ve got the perfect red, white, and blue bite-sized snack. They’re always the first thing to disappear from the table (and I’m not even mad about it).
Why We Love This Recipe
- It’s ridiculously easy. Just a little slicing and stacking…no cooking required!
- Super festive. The red, white, and blue combo makes it perfect for 4th of July parties.
- Kid-approved. Fun shapes and fresh fruit are a win for picky eaters and party guests alike!
Ingredients
You can whip these up with just 3 simple ingredients!
- Watermelon
- White cheddar cheese
- Blueberries
How To Make Watermelon Stars
Step 1. Start by slicing your watermelon. You’ll want the slices to be about 1″ thick.
Step 2. Use a star cookie cutter to cut the watermelon into stars. I started with a 4.6″ cookie cutter. Then once I cut all the large stars I could fit, I used a 1.6″ cookie cutter to cut small stars from the remaining watermelon. This gives people the choice of a large piece or just a small bite size snack.
Step 3. Add a cheddar cheese cube, then top with a blueberry.
Step 4. Secure into place with a decorative toothpick and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- It’s best to use a firmer watermelon. The extra juicy ones taste great but can get a little messy when cutting into shapes.
- If you have a smaller star cookie cutter, you can use that to cut smaller stars from the watermelon “scraps”. Top those with cheese, then a blueberry for a smaller, bite sized snack.
- Want to make these ahead of time? Cut the watermelon into stars the day before, place them into a gallon size storage bag and refrigerate. You can also cut the cheese into cubes the day before and store separately. Then all that’s left to do is assemble these just before the party.
What To Do With Leftover Watermelon Pieces
When cutting out the stars, there will be lots of small watermelon pieces left over. You can refrigerate them for an easy snack later or use them to make some of these fun recipes…
- Watermelon Slushie (non-alcoholic)
- Watermelon Lemonade (non-alcoholic)
- Watermelon Crush Cocktail
- Watermelon Mojito
- Watermelon Rum Punch
- Watermelon Daiquiri
More Fun 4th Of July Food
Need more festive ideas for your holiday party? You can never go wrong with these delicious recipes!
- 4th Of July Charcuterie Board
- 4th Of July Punch
- 4th Of July Oreo Balls
- 4th Of July Marshmallow Pops
- 4th Of July Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
- Red, White & Blue Poke Cake
Watermelon Stars
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 watermelon medium
- 12 ounces white cheddar cheese cubed
- 3/4 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Slice watermelon into 1" thick slices.1 watermelon
- Use a star cookie cutter to cut into as many star shapes as possible. I used a 4.6" cookie cutter to start, cutting as many large stars as possible. Then I went back with a 1.6" size to cut the remaining watermelon pieces.
- Top each star shape with a cheddar cheese cube and a blueberry. Secure into place with an American flag toothpick. Refrigerate until ready to serve.12 ounces white cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup blueberries
Notes
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About Lisa O’Driscoll
Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!
Cookie cutters are my favorite tool to have on hand for fruit and cheese. I’m always amazed by how it impresses people, yet it’s so easy!
I’ve never thought to put cheese in with my fruit kabobs. Such a great idea! Thanks!
You’re way ahead of me! I’ve never used the cookie cutters for fruit before but I’m definitely planning to do more of it. Such a quick trick to give a regular dish a little something extra 🙂
Very nice great idea!
Thanks Deanna!
Great for the Fourth of July as well! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMatters
You’re right! I’ll definitely have to put them on the menu for the fourth 🙂
I really love the way your fruit and cheese dish came out! Great job! Thanks for sharing at Friday Funday Blog Hop 🙂
Watermelon and cheese was the flavor combination that I didn’t know I needed. Thanks so much, these were a hit at this year’s 4th of July BBQ.
So glad to hear that they were a hit! They really do make a great party food for the 4th 😊