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    Jul 4, 2017 · Modified: Feb 13, 2021 by Health My Lifestyle

    Watermelon Dessert "Pizza"

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    This is the perfect summer treat—sweet AND refreshing. And 100% plant-based using vegan coconut whipped cream that you can make easily at home!

    watermelon dessert pizza with coconut whipped cream

    This recipe is inspired by Goodful—my sister-in-law sent me the recipe video and I'm so glad she did! I think this will become my new summer tradition.

    I also FINALLY made coconut whipped cream properly. I think I've tried twice now where I just couldn't get it to "whip"—but doggone it I've done it! And I'm going to share with you just how I did (it's sooo much easier than I thought).

    How To Make Coconut Whipped Cream

    To make the coconut whipped cream, you'll need one 15 ounce can of coconut cream. Make sure it's cream, not coconut milk. You can use milk if it's full fat, but you won't have as much cream from it. Place the can in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight. One hour before making, place your metal mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer (this step is important!).

    When ready, open the can and scoop out the cream into your mixing bowl.

    Coconut Whipped Cream

    Make sure to only scoop the cream. There will be liquid in the bottom that you can save for something else (maybe add to a smoothie?) but you will not need it for this recipe.

    Now beat the coconut cream for 5-7 minutes. Start on medium speed and then move up to high speed. You want soft peaks.

    Then add in some sugar and vanilla extract if you'd like. It also tastes great plain but I added ½ teaspoon of sugar and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat for an additional minute if adding sugar and vanilla extract.

    The coconut cream can last up to two weeks in the refrigerator. I think it would be delicious added to coffee. Can you imagine swirling into a hot cup of joe? Mmmmm...

    Coconut whipped cream

    How To Make Watermelon Dessert "Pizza"

    First you need a ripe watermelon. I *think* they're ripe when there's a yellow patch on the side. Any watermelon connoisseur out there want to correct me?

    Slice your melon into ½ - 1 inch thick disks. Like so:

    sliced watermelon
    Leaning Tower of Watermelon

    Refrigerate the sliced watermelon to keep them cool until you're ready to assemble your "pizzas."

    Make your coconut cream next. See above for detailed directions.

    Now assemble your pizza! Spread some whipped coconut cream on a slice of watermelon.

    watermelon dessert pizza with coconut whipped cream

    Slice up your preferred fruit, and top the watermelon pizza.

    watermelon dessert pizza with coconut whipped cream

    Additional topping suggestions:

    • granola
    • coconut shavings
    • chocolate chips or a drizzle of chocolate
    • chopped nuts
    • drizzle of maple syrup

    You really can't go wrong with the toppings. Get creative with your designs!

    watermelon dessert pizza with coconut whipped cream

    Then slice up your dessert pizza and serve!

    Tip: If you're adding lots of toppings, it's easier to slice after adding the whipped cream but before the toppings so that you don't have an issue slicing through and messing up your design.

    More summer treats that don't require an oven

    Snickerdoodle Mug Cake

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie

    One-Ingredient Ice Cream

    If you make these recipes and decide to share it on Facebook or Instagram, don’t forget to tag me @HealthMyLifestyle + #HealthMyLifestyle so I can see your recreations! 

    watermelon dessert pizza with coconut whipped cream

    Watermelon Dessert "Pizza"

    This vegan watermelon dessert pizza is the perfect summer treat—sweet AND refreshing. And 100% plant-based using vegan coconut whipped cream that you can make easily at home!
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    course: Appetizer, Dessert
    cuisine: American
    servings: 10
    prep time: 15 mins
    cook time: 0 mins
    Chilled: 8 hrs
    total time: 8 hrs 15 mins

    Ingredients

    • 1 Watermelon
    • 1 can Coconut Cream, (15 ounce) refrigerated
    • ½ tsp Sugar, (optional)
    • ¼ tsp Vanilla Extract, (optional)

    Instructions

    Prep the watermelon:

    • Slice the melon into ½ - 1 inch thick disks.
    • Refrigerate the sliced watermelon to keep them cool until you're ready to assemble your "pizzas."

    Make the coconut whip:

    • Make sure you're using coconut cream, not coconut milk. You can use milk if it's full fat, but you won't have as much cream from it. Place the can in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight. One hour before making, place your metal mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer.
    • When ready, open the can and scoop out the cream into your mixing bowl. Make sure to only scoop the cream. There will be liquid in the bottom that you can save for something else (maybe add to a smoothie?) but you will not need it for this recipe. Now beat the coconut cream for 5-7 minutes. Start on medium speed and then move up to high speed. You want stiff peaks.
    • Add in some sugar and vanilla extract if you'd like. It also tastes great plain. Beat for an additional minute if adding sugar and vanilla extract.

    Assemble:

    • Now assemble your pizza! Spread some whipped coconut cream on a slice of watermelon. Slice up your preferred fruit, and top the watermelon pizza. Then sprinkle your choice of granola and coconut shavings on top.

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories: 259kcal Carbohydrates: 37g Protein: 4g Fat: 14g Saturated Fat: 12g Sodium: 6mg Potassium: 626mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 28g Vitamin A: 2561IU Vitamin C: 37mg Calcium: 36mg Iron: 2mg
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    Watermelon Dessert "Pizza" is the perfect vegan treat for summer. Cool off with this easy, DELICIOUS, but also incredibly healthy dessert. Plus see the FULL TUTORIAL on how to make Coconut Whipped Cream at home! It's way easier than you think and goes great on top of this dessert pizza! #watermelon #summerdessert #plantbased #vegandessert #dessertrecipe #coconutwhippedcream
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    1. Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness says

      July 06, 2017 at 12:25 pm

      What a fun, healthy dessert idea! Looks so good.

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