4th of July Watermelon Pizza (Printable Version)

Juicy watermelon topped with creamy whipped spread and mixed berries for a festive, no‑bake summer treat.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 large round slice seedless watermelon about 1 inch thick
02 - ½ cup blueberries
03 - ½ cup strawberries hulled and sliced
04 - ½ cup raspberries

→ Cream Topping

05 - ¾ cup heavy whipping cream cold
06 - 4 oz 115g cream cheese softened
07 - 2 tbsp powdered sugar
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves chopped

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Lay the watermelon slice flat on a large cutting board. Gently pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
04 - Evenly spread the cream topping over the watermelon slice, leaving a small border around the edge.
05 - Decorate the pizza with blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries in a festive pattern.
06 - Sprinkle with fresh mint if desired.
07 - Cut the watermelon pizza into 8 wedges and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • You get to make something that looks spectacular, but takes almost no effort or baking finesse.
  • This has become my go-to when I want dessert that’s both fresh and light but still a little indulgent.
02 -
  • Don’t skip drying the watermelon—one forgotten droplet, and the cream topping will slip right off.
  • Let the watermelon sit too long after topping, and you’ll end up with a puddle (delicious, but not so pretty!).
03 -
  • Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes before whipping the cream—it’s the secret to lasting peaks.
  • For extra flair, zest a lemon or orange over the top for a sunny, fragrant finish no one expects.
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