Description
Enjoy a light and refreshing Korean summer drink with this Easy Hwachae recipe. Made with juicy watermelon, assorted fruits, and sweetened soda or milk, this traditional Korean fruit punch is simple, colorful, and perfect for warm days. It's a delicious no-cook dessert that celebrates fresh fruit and Korean flavors.
Ingredients
2 cups watermelon (cut into balls or cubes)
1 cup Korean melon or cantaloupe (optional)
1 cup grapes (halved)
1/2 cup strawberries (sliced)
1 can Sprite or Chilsung Cider (Korean lemon-lime soda)
Ice cubes (optional)
Condensed milk (optional for milk-based version)
Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Scoop watermelon into small balls or cubes.
Slice or cube other fruits and place them in a large bowl.
Add all fruits together and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Before serving, pour chilled soda or a mixture of soda and a tablespoon of condensed milk over the fruits.
Add ice cubes if desired.
Garnish with mint and serve immediately.
Notes
Use Korean melon for authenticity, but any mild melon works.
For a milkier version, combine soda with a splash of milk or condensed milk.
Hwachae is highly customizable – use any seasonal fruits.
Serve immediately to enjoy the fizz from the soda.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages, Dessert Drinks
- Method: No-Cook, Chilled
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg