SWEET-AND-SPICY WATERMELON CUPS

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For dessert, watermelon takes on the classic Mexican pairing of chocolate and cinnamon, as well as zesty lime.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
1 small seedless watermelon (about 4 pounds), cut into 2-by-1-inch pieces
4 ounces dark chocolate bar, broken into 8 pieces
1 lime, cut in 8 wedges
8 cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Stir sugar, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and salt in a small dish; set aside.
  • Divide watermelon among 8 glasses; Tuck a piece of chocolate, a lime wedge, and a cinnamon stick into each glass. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve, up to 4 hours. To serve, sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon sugar mixture. Serve with remaining sugar mixture on side.

Blessing Ebere
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I'm not a big fan of watermelon, but I loved these cups. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


AfzalAhmed Ahmed
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These are so refreshing and delicious. I can't wait to make them again.


Abula David
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in these watermelon cups. They're the perfect party appetizer.


Yaakovah Hansen
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These watermelon cups are a fun and festive way to serve fruit.


Michael Ells
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These are so easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Lakshman Yadav
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I've never had watermelon this way before, but it's amazing!


Chibuenyim Ngoka
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These watermelon cups are a refreshing and delicious way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Wilfred Tembo
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These are the perfect way to use up leftover watermelon.


Tonny Cp Oryem
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I love that this recipe is so adaptable. I've made it with different fruits, different spices, and even different types of watermelon.


Heather Killien
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These are so cute and easy to make, and they're always a hit at parties.


edison melone
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I was a bit skeptical at first, but these watermelon cups are actually really good! The sweetness of the watermelon pairs perfectly with the spiciness of the Tajin.


musa Ghetto
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I've made these several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Foster Chungu
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I made these for my kids and they loved them! They're a healthy and delicious way to get them to eat more fruit.


Lamia Akter
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These are the perfect summer snack or party appetizer.


Faraz Misson
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of fruit you like, and you can even add some chopped mint or basil for a bit of extra flavor.


Aideh Jonathan
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These were so easy to make and so refreshing!


Imarsan Dangaura
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These watermelon cups were a huge hit at my last party! I used a variety of fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple, and everyone loved them.