Melon Straws With Cantaloupe Cream

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 13

Healthy and refreshing Melon Straws With Cantaloupe Cream recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

123

Sugar

19g

Fat

Melon Straws with Cantaloupe Cream is a light and refreshing dessert perfect for the summer months. This dish combines juicy cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon balls on decorative skewers, which are then served with a creamy cantaloupe-infused whipped cream. The addition of fresh mint leaves adds an aromatic and refreshing flavor to the dish, making it a perfect end to any meal. It's easy to make and can be served for any occasion, from a family get-together to a fancy dinner party.

Instructions

1.	Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.
2.	Using a melon baller, scoop out the flesh from the half cantaloupe, half honeydew melon, and the quarter seedless watermelon.
3.	Cut the quarter cantaloupe into thin slices.
4.	Thread the various melon balls onto decorative skewers and lay them on the prepared baking tray.
5.	In a bowl, whisk together the thickened cream and sour cream until thick and smooth.
6.	Stir in the superfine sugar.
7.	Spoon the cantaloupe cream into a serving bowl.
8.	Sprinkle the mint leaves over the melon skewers and serve with the cantaloupe cream.

PROS

This dish is low in calories and high in vitamins and antioxidants.

It’s a refreshing dessert that can be enjoyed guilt-free.

It’s easy to make and perfect for entertaining.

CONS

The melons used in this recipe can be expensive and not always available year-round.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of the melon balls.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The melons used in this recipe are high in vitamins A and C, which are important for maintaining healthy eyes, skin, and immune function.
They also contain antioxidants that help protect against cellular damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
The mint used in this recipe can help soothe digestive issues and freshen breath.

	1/2 medium cantaloupe
	1/2 medium honeydew melon
	1/4 small watermelon ( seedless is good )
	1/4 medium cantaloupe
	1/2 cup thickened cream
	1/2 cup sour cream
	2 tablespoons superfine sugar
	1/2 cup lightly packed mint leaf