I have a little surprise for you guys this week: a bonus recipe! There’s just so much wonderful food in THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR, I had trouble choosing which ones to include in my menu. And since this 2 month stretch (July-August) has an extra Thursday, it means I get to do an extra post! I knew I wanted to include watermelon somewhere in the menu since it’s the most iconic summer fruit, and I thought a punch recipe would be a unique way to use it.
This recipe is super easy! Just blend your watermelon, strain into a pitcher, and mix in the rest of your ingredients. You can buy premade watermelon juice at the store if you don’t want to blend your own fruit, but I find the storebought stuff has a weaker flavor and less vibrant color.
You can whip up a quick batch for a VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR themed birthday party or baby shower…or just for a refreshing break from the August hea!
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Very Hungry Caterpillar Watermelon Punch
“On Saturday night he ate through one piece of chocolate cake, one ice cream cone, one pickle, one slice of Swiss cheese, one slice of salami, one lollipop, one piece of cherry pie, one sausage, one cupcake, and one slice of watermelon. That night he had a stomach ache!”
— The Very Hungry Caterpillar
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 cups blended watermelon (a little under half a large watermelon)
- 3 cups lemonade, chilled
- 4 cups sparkling apple juice, chilled
Makes 11 cups punch
INSTRUCTIONS:
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- Pour blended watermelon through a strainer into a large pitcher or punch bowl. Add lemonade and sparkling apple juice. Stir to combine.
- Serve to a party of parched caterpillars!
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