Homemade Watermelon Pie

Why Make This Recipe

Homemade Watermelon Pie is a refreshing and unique dessert that is perfect for hot summer days or any special occasion. It combines sweet watermelon with creamy ingredients, creating a delicious treat that everyone will enjoy. Plus, it is easy to make and requires no baking!

How to Make Homemade Watermelon Pie

Ingredients:

• 4 cups watermelon, pureed
• 1 cup whipped cream
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
• Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pureed watermelon, whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, and lime juice until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and spread it evenly.
3. Freeze the pie for at least 4 hours or until firm.
4. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
5. Garnish with mint leaves if desired and slice to serve.

How to Serve Homemade Watermelon Pie

Serve the pie chilled from the freezer for a cool and creamy dessert. It’s best to cut it into slices and present it on a nice plate. You can add extra whipped cream or fresh fruit on top for an even more delightful treat.

How to Store Homemade Watermelon Pie

To store leftover watermelon pie, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep it in the freezer. It can last for about 1 week. Just remember to let it soften a bit at room temperature before serving again.

Tips to Make Homemade Watermelon Pie

• Make sure to puree the watermelon well to avoid any lumps in the pie.
• You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweetened condensed milk based on your taste.
• For a fun twist, consider adding some small chocolate chips or shredded coconut into the mix before freezing.

Variation

You can change the flavor by mixing in some other fruits like strawberries or blueberries. Just make sure to adjust the amount of watermelon to keep the balance right.

FAQs

Can I use fresh watermelon instead of canned?

Yes! Fresh watermelon works great for this recipe. Just make sure to blend it well until it is smooth.

Can I make this pie in advance?

Absolutely! This pie can be made a day or two ahead of time and stored in the freezer until you are ready to serve it.

Is there a way to make it dairy-free?

Yes! You can use coconut cream instead of whipped cream and a dairy-free condensed milk for a delicious dairy-free version.

Homemade Watermelon Pie

A refreshing and unique dessert made with pureed watermelon and creamy ingredients, perfect for hot summer days.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs

Servings: 8 pieces

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Pie Filling

• 4 cups watermelon, pureed Make sure to puree the watermelon well to avoid any lumps.
• 1 cup whipped cream
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk Adjust sweetness based on preference.
• 1 teaspoon lime juice

Crust and Garnish

• 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
• to taste Mint leaves for garnish Optional.

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pureed watermelon, whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, and lime juice until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and spread it evenly.
3. Freeze the pie for at least 4 hours or until firm.
4. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
5. Garnish with mint leaves if desired and slice to serve.

Notes

Serve chilled from the freezer with extra whipped cream or fresh fruit on top. To store leftovers, cover tightly and keep in the freezer for up to 1 week.