Irresistible Watermelon Pizza: A Sweet Twist on Tradition

What Fruit Goes Well With Watermelon Pizza?

Nothing beats a thirst-quenching watermelon on a scorching hot day. Imagine the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors in every juicy slice. In this blog post, you’ll discover an easy Watermelon Pizza recipe that will take your summer parties to the next level!

Experience the taste of summer with every bite of juicy watermelon, topped with a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. Join us as we explore the art of crafting this delicious vegan treat.

Get ready to enjoy delicious flavors and create lasting memories at your summer gatherings. You’ll adore this quick and easy Watermelon Pizza Recipe all summer! 

Watermelon pizza slices topped with frosting, berries, and mint
Watermelon pizza slices topped with frosting, berries, and mint

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What is Watermelon Pizza?

Watermelon slices topped with berries and mint
Watermelon slices topped with berries and mint

Watermelon pizza is a fun and refreshing dish for a snack or dessert. It involves using watermelon slices as a base and topping them with various ingredients, which often resemble traditional pizza toppings.

Watermelon is delicious on its own, but you can also turn it into a mini fruit pizza! Just add yogurt to a watermelon slice and serve it with your favorite fruit toppings like strawberries, cherries, raspberries, and blueberries. This fruity appetizer is not only tasty but also a healthy alternative to traditional pizza.

Although there isn’t a specific recipe, typical toppings for watermelon pizza include yogurt or cream cheese frosting, fresh mint, berries, and other fruits. The mix of sweet and savory flavors makes it a popular and visually appealing option, especially in the summer.

Watermelon Pizza Recipe

On a scorching summer day, nothing compares to the refreshing delight of biting into a juicy slice of watermelon. This fruit has always been a summer essential, whether sliced into wedges, sticks, or cubed for a vibrant watermelon salad.

Watermelon slices with a knife
Watermelon slices with a knife

Indulge in the delightful Watermelon Pizza Recipe, a quick and effortless summer treat! Ready in 10 minutes, it’s an ideal addition to your next BBQ or any time you yearn for a refreshing fruity delight.

Ingredients

This quick and easy fresh fruit dessert offers so many options for toppings and it’s ready in a few minutes! Here are the basic ingredients you will need for this easy fruit pizza:

Watermelon

A classic, seedless watermelon works best for this dish. Watermelons come in different varieties, so pick the one that best suits you.

Coconut Yogurt

Use any unsweetened plant-based yogurt to keep this dessert pizza vegan and keto-friendly. For a non-low-carb version, you can also use Greek yogurt or make cream cheese frosting with softened cream cheese and powdered sugar.

Fruit Toppings

You can use any of your favorite fruits to top each slice. Choose low-carb fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Avoid using fruits that will brown like apples and bananas.

Fresh mixed berries
Fresh mixed berries

How to Make Watermelon Pizza

What you need:

  • 1 watermelon
  • 1 cup coconut yogurt
  • ½ cup strawberries sliced in half
  • ½ cup raspberries
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ½ cup cherries (optional)
  • 3 Tablespoons dried coconut (optional)

Cut a slice of watermelon right down the middle with a sharp knife. The slice should be about 2-3 inches thick. Then cut the slice into six equal wedges.

Next, using a spatula, spread an even layer of coconut yogurt on top of the watermelon leaving a bit of empty space for the “pizza crust.” 

Layer your fresh cut fruit on top as you desire. You can add as little or as many toppings as you like.

Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for a little extra sweetness if desired. You can also add dried coconut for an extra crunch.

Watermelon slices topped with yogurt and mixed berries
Watermelon slices topped with yogurt and mixed berries

Nutrition

  • Calories: 55
  • Carbohydrates: 12.5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 9.5g
  • Fat: 1g
  • Protein: 1g

Note that the nutrition per serving slice varies depending on the fruits used.

Fruit Pizza Recipe Tips

Watermelon pizza with mixed berries and mint and a side of lemonade
Watermelon pizza with mixed berries and mint and a side of lemonade

Although we use seedless watermelons, you can use whatever variety you like. To find the best watermelon, check for sugar spots, as small black spots suggest sugar seepage. Avoid watermelons with these spots. 

Choose a watermelon with a dull appearance, as a shiny exterior indicates it’s not ripe yet. Pick a heavy melon and look for a fruit with a uniform shape, round or oval, a hard exterior, and no irregular bumps.

You can also use any variety of yogurt you like best. For the toppings, if you’re not too concerned about sugar or carb content, consider diced peaches, kiwi, mango, and pineapple. Avoid using fruits like bananas or apples on top of your pizza slices, as they tend to brown.

To complete your summer meal, pair this fresh fruit pizza with a sugar-free lemonade or your favorite low-carb smoothie.

Watermelon Pizza FAQs

What Kind of Watermelon Do You Need for Fruit Pizza?

Seedless watermelons are ideal for making fruit pizza. Take a small watermelon and slice it into individual pizza sizes for the whole family. If you don’t mind eating the seeds, you can use watermelon with seeds.

What Other Fruits Would Work on a Dessert Pizza?

You can also experiment with different fruits on your dessert pizza, like oranges, peaches, honeydew, grapes, cantaloupe, pineapple, kiwi, and mango. Feel free to mix and match your favorite fruits to discover your perfect combination.

A variety of cut fruits in a bowl
A variety of cut fruits in a bowl

Can You Make Watermelon Pizza Ahead of Time? 

Yes! This fresh fruit dessert is best to serve immediately, but you can store pre-cut watermelons with the rest of the fruits in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day.

Final Thoughts

As we conclude our exploration of Watermelon Pizza, we hope it has inspired you to enjoy summer in a new and exciting way. Our unique twist on a classic treat introduces a refreshing blend of flavors that celebrate the vibrancy of the season. 

With our delicious recipe, it’s your turn to create moments of joy and culinary delight. Whether shared with friends at a picnic or enjoyed alone on a lazy afternoon, the irresistible Watermelon Pizza is more than just a recipe.

Get your ingredients together, enjoy the blend of sweet and savory, and experience the essence of summer in every mouthwatering bite. May your summer be filled with the most memorable and juicy moments!