Description
This Fresh Fruit Watermelon Cake is a vibrant and refreshing dessert perfect for summer gatherings. Made by stacking thick, round slices of watermelon and decorating with an assortment of fresh fruits, it offers a naturally sweet, colorful, and healthy treat without any added sugar or baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Watermelon Cake
- 1 large seedless watermelon
Fruit Toppings
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 kiwis, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 cup cherries
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon Base: Slice off the top and bottom ends of the watermelon to create a stable, flat base. Next, cut the watermelon into three even-tiered rounds to form the layers of the cake.
- Stack the Watermelon Tiers: Carefully stack the three watermelon rounds on top of each other to resemble a tiered cake shape, ensuring stability and alignment.
- Arrange the Fruit Toppings: Decorate each tier by arranging the green grapes, blackberries, raspberries, sliced kiwis, orange slices, and cherries around the edges. Alternate the colors and textures of the fruits to create an eye-catching and appealing presentation.
- Garnish and Finish: Add fresh mint leaves on top of the stacked watermelon cake to provide a pop of green color and a refreshing herbal aroma.
- Serve: Serve the fresh fruit watermelon cake immediately to enjoy its juicy, natural sweetness and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to ensure clean and safe cutting of the watermelon and fruits.
- Chill the watermelon and fruits beforehand for an extra refreshing dessert experience.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free, vegan, and low in calories.
- Best served the same day for optimal freshness and juiciness.
- You can customize the fruit toppings based on seasonal availability or preference.
