Description
This Fresh Fruit Watermelon Cake is a vibrant, healthy, and no-bake dessert perfect for summer parties, birthdays, or brunch. A seedless watermelon is trimmed into a cake shape, topped with whipped cream or coconut cream, and decorated beautifully with fresh, colorful fruits like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and grapes. Light, refreshing, and naturally sweet, this cake offers a fun alternative to traditional desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Watermelon Cake
- 1 whole seedless watermelon (small to medium, trimmed into a cake shape)
Toppings
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped coconut cream
- ½ cup strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup blueberries
- ½ cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
- ¼ cup grapes, halved
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut or chopped nuts (optional)
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon: Cut both ends off the watermelon to create flat surfaces. Carefully trim away the rind to form a smooth cylinder-shaped “cake.” Pat the outside dry with paper towels to help the whipped cream adhere better.
- Apply Whipped Cream: Place the watermelon cylinder on a serving platter or cake stand. Spread the whipped cream or whipped coconut cream evenly around the sides and on top of the watermelon cake to create a smooth layer.
- Decorate with Fruit: Arrange the sliced fruits—strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, and grapes—on top and around the sides of the whipped cream in a colorful, decorative pattern. Optionally, sprinkle shredded coconut or chopped nuts over the fruit for added texture and flavor.
- Chill the Cake: Refrigerate the assembled watermelon cake for at least 15 minutes to allow the whipped cream to set and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Slice the watermelon cake just like a traditional cake and enjoy this refreshing, healthy dessert.
Notes
- Use chilled watermelon for the best texture and flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whipped cream with coconut whipped topping.
- This cake is a fun and healthy dessert option ideal for birthdays, summer gatherings, or brunch.
- Ensure watermelon is seedless for ease of slicing and eating.
