When a chocolate fix isn’t available, a simple, fresh dessert can satisfy just as well. This Watermelon Pizza is an easy, refreshing alternative made with ingredients you likely already have on hand.
On hot, humid days there’s nothing better than an iced-cold slice of watermelon. One evening when a sweet craving hit, I remembered a whole watermelon chilling in the refrigerator. With a few pantry and fridge staples—vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and a sprinkle of coconut—I turned that chilled round into a playful, healthy dessert inspired by ideas I’d seen online.
The result was far more refreshing and satisfying than a piece of chocolate, and it felt lighter and better for me. You can certainly cube the watermelon and layer it in a glass or jar with the same toppings, but slicing a 1-inch round and cutting it into “pizza” slices makes this dessert festive and fun.
This Watermelon Pizza would also be perfect for a summer holiday or outdoor gathering. Serve it for breakfast, as a snack, or as a healthy dessert—the combination of juicy watermelon, creamy yogurt, and bright berries works any time of day.
Watermelon Pizza
Yield: 8 servings (from one large 1″ center slice)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
A fun, light way to enjoy watermelon—creamy yogurt, fresh berries, and a touch of coconut on a watermelon “crust.”
Ingredients:
- 1 seedless watermelon round, cut 1″ thick from the center
- 5.3 oz vanilla Greek yogurt (single-serving container)
- Fresh raspberries
- Fresh blueberries
- Fresh blackberries
- 4–6 Bing cherries, optional
- 1/8–1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Directions:
- Cut a 1-inch-thick round from the center of the watermelon—the widest part.
- Place the round on a platter and slice it into quarters, then cut each quarter in half to make 8 “pizza” slices.
- Spoon or spread vanilla Greek yogurt over each slice.
- Top with a mix of fresh raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and cherries if using.
- Sprinkle with shredded coconut and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Note: If serving a larger group, cut additional 1″ rounds from the watermelon to create more slices.