Looking for a fun treat? This Shark Fruit Tray is delicious and so easy to make. The shark craze has transformed from just a week long celebration thanks to Shark Week from Discovery into an entire MONTH long celebration if you ask me. July IS Shark Month now and I'm so here for it. 😛 This post may contain affiliate links.

Shark Week 2025 is from July 20 through July 26. This fresh shark inspired treat will be perfect to add to your festivities. It really couldn't get more simple to make. You can even quickly make a blue-tinted whipped cream to serve along with it.

Fruit shark fruit tray, sharkcuterie board with blue-tinted whipped topping.

If you are the type to go over board when celebrating, you might like my ultimate shark party guide. You'll find ideas for how to make a shark bait snack to how to host a Jaws movie night.

HOW TO MAKE A SHARK FRUIT TRAY

Need something sweet to go along with your Shark-cuterie board? I have you covered with this simple crowd-pleasing dessert. To step it up a bit, I will share how I made a very simple sweet ocean water dip, too.

SHARK FRUIT TRAY INGREDIENTS

Here are the fruits used to make this simple shark-shaped dessert platter.

Ingredients:

Blueberries
Bananas
Watermelon slice
Pineapple
Blackberries
Lemon Juice (optional)

Tools:

A rectangular tray or platter like this 11" x 17" Baking Sheet
Small star-shaped cookie cutter (optional)
Sharp knife
Cutting board

If you aren't planning on serving immediately, I highly recommend using fresh lemon juice to preserve the banana slices. I typically toss them in a bowl with a little water and lemon juice. Pat dry and use.

Shark make out of fruits like blueberries and bananas.

I did a little experiment on banana slices and lemon juice came out on top for the way to make them last longer. I won't say it's a save it all solution, but it does prevent them from drying out fast and turning in color indoors. Taking them outdoors in summer heat is not going to be great if not eaten immediately.

Side view of shark fruit platter with a watermelon slice mouth with teeth made with pineapple.

PREPARE A SHARK FRUIT TRAY

If you want to make this SHARKingly easy fruit platter, get the easy tutorial in the recipe card below. The instructions and exact ingredient list are all compiled there where you can save or print.

Here is the shortened version to give you an idea of how I made this.

Arrange washed blueberries on a tray to outline a shark.
Shape a watermelon slice with red flesh and yellow rind into a crescent for the mouth, placing it at the base. Add pineapple triangles as teeth along the inner edge.
Peel and slice bananas, brushing with lemon water if needed to prevent browning, and use them to fill the shark's body.
Next, add blackberries as eyes, optionally placing banana slices underneath.
Decorate with star-shaped banana, apple, or pear slices brushed with lemon juice, arranging them around the shark for a sea-inspired touch.
Optional: Serve with blue-tinted whipped cream and crushed graham crackers for a sandy effect.
Finally, adjust as needed for a clear shark shape and serve immediately.

SERVE WITH OCEAN WHIPPED CREAM

It's really simple to add an ocean blue color to your favorite whipped topping or homemade whipped cream. Simple add a little Blue Spirulina to it. It blends and mixes so well and I love that it's a clean ingredient to pair with the fruit.

One thing to note is that a little of the blue spirulina goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add a little more until you achieve the color you like. Then, you can spoon on the platter. Add a few sprinkles of crushed graham crackers for "sand" if you like, too.

Shark fruit platter, fruit dessert that looks like a shark.

CUTE SHARK FOOD IDEAS

If you are looking for more fun foodie ideas for a shark party, I have some more fun recipes that will float your boat.

Shark Fruit Tray

Yield: 4-6 Servings

Make a fun shark fruit tray using bananas, blueberries, watermelon, and more! Perfect for parties, kids, or ocean-themed events. Easy and delicious!

Ingredients

pint of blueberries
2-3 bananas
1 watermelon slice
3 pineapple slices
2 blackberries
Optional: extra banana slices (for star-shaped decorations)

Instructions

Begin by washing and drying the blueberries, then arrange them on a tray to form the outline of a shark.

To make the mouth, cut a slice of watermelon that includes both the red flesh and yellow rind. Position the watermelon slice at the base of the shark's body.

Cut small triangles out of the pineapple. Place them as teeth surrounding the entire inner outline of the watermelon slice.

Peel and slice bananas into thin, even rounds. (If not serving immediately, you can brush them with a little lemon juice and water and pat dry to help preserve. Place banana slices within the blueberry outline to fill in the shark's body.

Add two blackberries on either side of the shark's head to serve as eyes. Add a slice of banana under each if you desire.

Make any necessary adjustments to the fruit pieces to ensure the shark shape is distinct and visually appealing.

For extra decoration, use a star-shaped cookie cutter to create stars from banana, apple or pear slices, arranging them around the shark to evoke sea stars or bubbles. (Brush lemon juice on them to preserve)

Optional: Make a Cool Whip or Whipped Cream dip by adding a little Blue Spirulina or Blue Food Coloing. Sprinkle crushed graham cracker on for sand if desired.

Serve immediately.