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Korean Watermelon Hwachae: The Perfect Summer Refresher

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A refreshing Korean watermelon fruit punch that combines juicy fruits with creamy strawberry milk and fizzy soda for the ultimate summer treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 180

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh watermelon diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup fresh raspberries
  • 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1 dragonfruit peeled and cubed (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups coconut jelly cubed (or canned fruit cocktail)
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 cups strawberry flavored milk
  • 1 1/2 cups lemon-lime soda Sprite or 7-Up
  • 8 ice cubes optional

Instructions

  • Rinse all fruits thoroughly under cool water and pat completely dry with paper towels. Cut the watermelon into small, bite-sized cubes. If using dragonfruit, peel and dice into similar-sized pieces. Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters. Keep raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries whole.
  • Place all prepared fruits into a large serving bowl or punch bowl. Add the cubed coconut jelly to the fruit mixture. Using a large spoon, gently fold everything together to distribute evenly without crushing the delicate berries.
  • Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the fruit mixture. Pour in the strawberry milk slowly. Stir gently with a large spoon to help the condensed milk dissolve completely into the liquid base.
  • Slowly pour the lemon-lime soda into the bowl. The mixture will bubble and foam slightly as you add it. Stir very gently to combine all ingredients without losing too much carbonation.
  • Add ice cubes to the bowl if desired for extra coldness. Ladle the hwachae into individual serving bowls with spoons. Serve immediately while the soda is still fizzy for the best texture and taste.
Course Beverage
Cuisine Korean
Keyword hwachae, Korean watermelon punch, summer drink, fruit bowl, Korean dessert