Hwachae

Hwachae — Korean Fruit Punch

A perfect dessert for the summer, but even more perfect if it's 3am and you're severely dehydrated. Hwachae (화채) is a traditional Korean punch made primarily from a mix of fruits and a sweetened beverage. The name "hwachae" is derived from two Korean words: "hwa" (flower) and "chae" (vegetable or fruit). It’s a popular treat, especially during the summer months, because of its refreshing and sweet flavors. Recently, the internet's most popular version uses about equal parts strawberry milk and Sprite, but feel free to adjust the ratios to suit your taste!

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Cook time: 20 min (Prep: 20 min)
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Directions

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  • If using a fresh watermelon, cut it in half and carve out chunks using a spoon or melon scooper.
    • In a bowl (or a hollowed-out watermelon), add all the fruits, ice, and any additional toppings of your choice.
      • 2 cup watermelon, cubed (300 g)
      • 1 cup strawberry, halved or quartered (150 g)
      • 1 cup blueberry (150 g)
      • 1 cup ice, crushed or cubed (240 g)
      • 1 cup coconut jelly, diced (240 g)
        (optional)
      • 1 cup pineapple, cubed (165 g)
        (optional)
      • 1 cup peach, thinly sliced or cubed (150 g)
        (optional)
    • Add Sprite and strawberry milk to the bowl, then stir to combine. Serve and enjoy!
      • 1 1/2 cup sprite (355 g)
        (or lemon seltzer)
      • 1 1/2 cup strawberry milk (300 g)
        (any brand like Binggrae, Milkis, etc )

    Nutrition Information

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    Per serving

    Nutrient
    Amount
    % DV
    Calories
    378 kcal
    19%
    Fat
    3.2 g
    4.1%
    Saturated fat
    1.6 g
    7.8%
    Trans fat
    0 g
    Fiber
    3.1 g
    11%
    Carbohydrates
    65 g
    24%
    Sugars
    53 g
    106%
    Protein
    4 g
    8%
    Sodium
    61 mg
    2.6%
    Cholesterol
    11 mg
    3.6%

    Total (4 servings)

    Nutrient
    Amount
    % DV
    Calories
    1,512 kcal
    76%
    Fat
    13 g
    16%
    Saturated fat
    6.4 g
    31%
    Trans fat
    0 g
    Fiber
    12 g
    44%
    Carbohydrates
    260 g
    96%
    Sugars
    212 g
    424%
    Protein
    16 g
    32%
    Sodium
    244 mg
    10%
    Cholesterol
    44 mg
    14%

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