Sweetheart Fruit Board

Featured in: Everyday Fresh Plates

This fruit board offers a beautiful and colorful arrangement of fresh strawberries, red grapes, raspberries, watermelon, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries. Carefully shaped watermelon and pineapple pieces form a heart outline, while smaller fruits fill the center. Optional vanilla yogurt or honey adds a creamy or sweet touch. Quickly prepared with simple tools, it provides a fresh, healthy option for gatherings or desserts. Seasonal fruit swap-ins and garnishes like mint can customize the display further.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:11:00 GMT
Vibrant Sweetheart Fruit Board, a romantic arrangement of fresh fruit, perfect for sharing and easy enjoyment. Save
Vibrant Sweetheart Fruit Board, a romantic arrangement of fresh fruit, perfect for sharing and easy enjoyment. | basilhearth.com

A romantic and vibrant fruit platter arranged in a heart shape, featuring fresh, colorful fruits perfect for special occasions or as a healthy, eye-catching dessert.

This fruit board always brings smiles at family gatherings and is easy to prepare for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Fruits: 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup red grapes halved, 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup watermelon cut into small heart shapes, 1 cup pineapple cut into small heart shapes or cubes, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup blueberries
  • Optional Dips: 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative), 2 tbsp honey (optional for drizzling)

Instructions

Step 1:
Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
Step 2:
Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter cut watermelon and pineapple into heart shapes.
Step 3:
Arrange all fruit pieces on a large serving board or platter forming a heart shape. Start with the largest pieces watermelon pineapple as the outline then fill in with strawberries grapes raspberries kiwi and blueberries.
Step 4:
Place a small bowl of Greek yogurt or your chosen dip near the board. Drizzle with honey if desired.
Step 5:
Serve immediately for best freshness.
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Beautifully displayed Sweetheart Fruit Board with colorful strawberries, grapes, and heart-shaped watermelon for a treat. | basilhearth.com

Family always enjoys gathering around this vibrant platter adding fresh mint or chocolate sauce makes it even more special.

Required Tools

Sharp knife cutting board small heart-shaped cookie cutter serving board or platter small bowl for dip

Allergen Information

Contains milk if using dairy yogurt use a plant-based yogurt for dairy-free option Honey is not suitable for children under 1 year old Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories 110 Total Fat 0.7 g Carbohydrates 25 g Protein 2.5 g

The healthy Sweetheart Fruit Board is a gorgeous heart-shaped assortment, ideal for a memorable, refreshing dessert. Save
The healthy Sweetheart Fruit Board is a gorgeous heart-shaped assortment, ideal for a memorable, refreshing dessert. | basilhearth.com

This delightful fruit board is perfect for sharing and will brighten up any celebration.

Recipe FAQs

What fruits are best for this board?

Strawberries, red grapes, raspberries, watermelon, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries work well for both color and texture.

How can I make the heart shapes for the fruits?

Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut watermelon and pineapple pieces into neat heart shapes.

Can I substitute any fruits in this arrangement?

Yes, seasonal fruits like mango, cherries, or peaches can be swapped in to add variety and flavor.

What dips complement this fruit board?

Vanilla Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternatives provide a creamy contrast; honey can be drizzled for extra sweetness.

How should the fruit board be served?

Serve immediately after arranging to ensure freshness and vibrant colors. Keep chilled until serving.

Sweetheart Fruit Board

A vibrant heart-shaped platter with fresh strawberries, watermelon, pineapple, and berries, ideal for special occasions.

Prep Time
20 minutes
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Total Duration
20 minutes
Recipe by Laura Bennett

Recipe Type Everyday Fresh Plates

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Makes 5 Portions

Dietary Details Meat-Free, Without Gluten

What You'll Need

Fresh Fruits

01 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 1 cup red grapes, halved
03 1 cup raspberries
04 1 cup watermelon, cut into small heart shapes
05 1 cup pineapple, cut into small heart shapes or cubes
06 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
07 ½ cup blueberries

Optional Dips

01 ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
02 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for drizzling)

How To Make It

Step 01

Prepare Fruits: Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.

Step 02

Shape Fruit: Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut watermelon and pineapple into heart shapes.

Step 03

Arrange Fruit: Lay out the fruit on a large serving platter forming a heart shape, starting with watermelon and pineapple as the outline, then filling in with strawberries, grapes, raspberries, kiwi, and blueberries.

Step 04

Add Dips: Place a small bowl of vanilla Greek yogurt or your chosen dairy-free dip near the platter and drizzle honey over the fruit if desired.

Step 05

Serve: Serve immediately to maintain freshness and visual appeal.

Tools Needed

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small heart-shaped cookie cutter
  • Serving platter
  • Small bowl

Allergy Warnings

Review every ingredient for allergens and reach out to a medical expert if you're uncertain.
  • Contains milk if using dairy yogurt; use plant-based yogurt for dairy-free option. Honey is not suitable for children under 1 year old. Verify ingredient labels for other potential allergens.

Nutrition information (serving size)

These nutritional details are for reference. They're not meant as medical guidance.
  • Caloric Value: 110
  • Fat content: 0.7 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 25 grams
  • Protein Amount: 2.5 grams