Ingredients
- 4 ounces tequila
- 2 ounces triple sec
- 1/2 cup lime juice fresh squeezed
- 2 cups crushed ice
- lime wedge
- lime slices for garnish, optional
- 1/2 cup black salt
- food coloring blue
- red food coloring
- green food coloring
Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to start planning for spooky and delicious treats to impress your friends and family. While pumpkin may be the star of the season, why not switch things up and incorporate another fall favorite? Yes, we're talking about watermelon. This juicy and refreshing fruit may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Halloween, but with this creative and delicious Halloween watermelon recipe, you'll be sure to make a statement at your next Halloween party.
Jump to RecipeStart by cutting off the top of the watermelon to create a lid. Use a large spoon to scoop out all the flesh and seeds, leaving just the rind. Next, use a marker to draw your desired Jack-O-Lantern face onto the rind. You can get creative and make it as spooky or silly as you'd like.
Now comes the fun part - carving the watermelon! Using a sharp knife, carefully cut along the lines you drew to create your Jack-O-Lantern face. Be sure to take your time and use caution, as the rind can be slippery and the knife can be sharp.
Once you have your design carved out, you can place a tealight candle inside the watermelon to make it glow. This step is optional, but it adds an extra spooky touch to your Halloween watermelon Jack-O-Lantern.
Not only does this festive watermelon make a great Halloween decoration, but it also makes for a tasty and healthy snack. Use the scooped out watermelon flesh to make a refreshing fruit salad or blend it up for a delicious watermelon smoothie. You can even use the watermelon rind as a fun serving bowl for your Halloween party snacks.
With this simple and creative Halloween watermelon recipe, you'll have a show-stopping treat that will impress all your guests. So ditch the traditional pumpkin and give this spooktacular watermelon Jack-O-Lantern a try this Halloween!
Are you interested in more fun and unique ways to incorporate watermelon into your Halloween celebrations? Check out our other watermelon recipes for even more tasty and creative ideas.
Happy Halloween and happy carving!
Ingredients