Polka Dot Appetizer Platter (Print view)

A vibrant platter with spherical fruits, cheeses, and savory bites arranged for a striking presentation.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup watermelon balls
02 - 1 cup cantaloupe balls
03 - 1 cup honeydew melon balls
04 - 1 cup red grapes
05 - 1 cup green grapes

→ Cheeses

06 - 1 cup mozzarella pearls (bocconcini)
07 - 1 cup marinated feta balls (optional)

→ Savory Spheres

08 - 1 cup mini bocconcini or small marinated cheese balls
09 - 1 cup stuffed green olive spheres

→ Extras (Optional)

10 - 1/2 cup chocolate truffle balls
11 - 1/2 cup energy bites or nut butter balls
12 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Use a melon baller to scoop watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew into even spherical shapes.
02 - Rinse red and green grapes thoroughly and pat dry.
03 - Drain mozzarella pearls and marinated cheese balls to remove excess liquid.
04 - Place all spherical components on a large serving platter, alternating colors and types to create a polka dot effect.
05 - Incorporate savory and sweet spheres as desired to enhance variety and flavor.
06 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves to add color and aromatic freshness.
07 - Serve the platter chilled alongside cocktail picks or small skewers for easy enjoyment.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Every piece is the perfect bite-sized portion—no awkward cutting or uneven servings to worry about.
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes with zero cooking, so you can focus on the presentation instead of being stuck at the stove.
  • Your guests will actually stop and comment on how it looks before they even taste it, which never gets old.
  • The variety means there's something for everyone, whether they're in the mood for fruit, cheese, or a little sweetness.
02 -
  • Don't assemble this more than 2 hours ahead—the melon balls will start releasing water and making everything soggy, no matter how well you think you've drained them.
  • The melon baller is worth the investment, but if you don't have one, you can use a small ice cream scoop or even cut melons into cubes and shape them roughly with a knife—consistency matters less than the intention to make everything roundish.
  • Pat everything dry before arranging, especially the cheese pearls and grapes, or you'll end up with a damp mess by the time guests arrive.
03 -
  • Chill your platter before adding the spheres if it's going to sit out—even a chilled plate makes a difference in keeping everything fresh and cool.
  • Prep the melon balls early in the day and store them in separate containers so they don't get mixed and stained by each other's colors.
  • If a melon ball cracks or looks rough, eat it as a snack—the imperfect ones don't make it to the platter anyway, and they deserve appreciation.
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