We love watermelon desserts, whether it’s filling a parfait glass with melon balls or making this Watermelon Star cake.
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This Watermelon Star Cake is a fun healthy way to celebrate Memorial Day or the 4th of July. OK, it’s not really a “cake” but it looks like one without lighting an oven. Summertime desserts are all about fresh cool ingredients and bright colors.
This sweet cake is made with all fresh fruit and whipped cream topping.
How to Make Watermelon Star Cake:
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We start by cutting a 3-4 inch circular slice of watermelon and placing it on a cake plate. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut around the rind and removing it.
Use whipped topping to cover the top of the watermelon slice to resemble frosting on a cake.
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Top the watermelon with blueberries and halved strawberries to resemble a five-point star. Save additional blueberries and strawberries to serve on the side.
Cut this Watermelon star cake in the same manner as a regular cake and served in slices. It’s a great alternative to sweet sugary cakes for potluck dinners or socials.
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Serve each slice of this watermelon cake with additional whipped topping and blueberries or strawberries.
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We have made watermelon cakes in the shape of a star but it’s added work and it really is not as impressive as some of our other watermelon desserts. And this Watermelon Star Cake is made with all fresh ingredients to highlight the summer seasonal fruit. Use store-bought whipped topping or make it yourself easily at home using a whipped cream maker from Amazon.
Other Watermelon Desserts and Summertime Treats:
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Watermelon Star Cake
Watermelon shaped into a cake with whipped topping and fruit
Prep Time20 mins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Blueberries or blackberries
- Strawberries
- Watermelon
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Cut a 3-4 inch slice from center of watermelon
- Lay the watermelon slice flat on a cake plate
- Using a sharp knife, cut around and remove the rind
- Top with whipped cream to resemble frosting
- Pile the center with blueberries
- Cut 3 strawberries in half and lay the pieces around the blueberries to form a 5 point star
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Cranberry Morning
May 20, 2013 at 11:56 amLooks wonderful! I pinned it under 'gluten-free recipes' 🙂
Stacy Uncorked
May 20, 2013 at 12:56 pmWhat a genius idea, Evelyn! I'm definitely tucking this one away to use soon… 🙂
Kelly @ Cornerofmain.com
May 20, 2013 at 1:13 pmThat's so cute! And what a great alternative to having actual cake. I am visiting from Monday Funday…
Also, I am hosting a Memorial Day link party that this would be perfect for! I hope you can link up: http://cornerofmain.com/2013/05/diy-may-nia-3-memorial-day-diy-how-to-make-american-flag-bunting/
Melanie @ Mailbox Journey
May 20, 2013 at 1:24 pmyum!
Bunny
May 20, 2013 at 2:50 pmI love this!! What a fun way to serve watermelon! The grand babies would love this!!
Real College Student of Atlanta
May 20, 2013 at 3:08 pmso adorable and looks yummy!!
Kc W
May 20, 2013 at 3:37 pmI wonder if you could use a good sharp cookie cutter to make the star? I may just have to try it — this is such a cute idea!
~Dawn~
May 20, 2013 at 4:26 pmLooks yummy…..AND healthy!
Ritchil Shafer
May 20, 2013 at 5:42 pmWhat an awesome idea! And you're right, it'll be perfect for 4th of July!
Ritchil
http://chengand3kids.blogspot.com/
victory
May 20, 2013 at 10:47 pmWhat a beautiful, healthy idea!
Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART
May 21, 2013 at 1:58 amThis is such a pretty shape. I love that you used the strawberries as tips for the star. So clever!
Karen Mary Butterfly
May 21, 2013 at 2:21 amSo pretty! I love anything in the shape of star! Perfect for Memorial Day or the 4 Th. I need these healthy ideas! Thanks!
Karen
Melissa Bo
May 21, 2013 at 5:00 amLove this! =)
What a great idea!
Lisa
May 21, 2013 at 5:55 amoh looks so pretty and YUMMY !
Thanks for following me following back
hugs xo
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Winnie
May 21, 2013 at 10:40 amAmazing!!
Brilliant idea and gorgeous result 🙂
Walking on Sunshine
May 21, 2013 at 11:28 amI love this idea! What a great way to have a treat without all the calories! Sharing it today on my Walking on Sunshine FB page at 3:00. Thank you! Please come join us this week for Foodie Friends Friday!
Susan @ Oh My! Creative
May 21, 2013 at 12:26 pmFabulous! I pinned it!
Cindy Jamieson
May 21, 2013 at 2:23 pmWhat a super cute idea! Thanks for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.
Shelly
May 21, 2013 at 4:08 pmThis looks super delicious! And easy! Thanks for sharing on Mondays Pin Hop! I will be pinning this for sure!
Thanks Shelly- cohost
minettesmaze.blogspot.com
Tami
May 21, 2013 at 6:35 pmWOW! I love it!!!
Krystle @ Color Transformed Family
May 21, 2013 at 8:35 pmHow cute! And way healthier than a normal cake. Thanks for sharing.
Mel@Mellywood's Mansion
May 21, 2013 at 10:05 pmI LOVE this, I am a huge fan of fruit sound delightful
Becca
May 21, 2013 at 11:28 pmOh my, that is cute! Thanks for sharing at A Humble Bumble, Evelyn 🙂
Paula Miller
May 22, 2013 at 12:52 amWhat a fun, patriotic, and healthy treat this is!
Thanks for linking up for WW :))
Theresa
May 22, 2013 at 4:59 amLooks so yummy! I am dropping by to invite you to take your chance on two giveaways I have going on. Congrats on your weight loss & journey btw! Theresa @ DearCreatives.com
Linda @ With A Blast
May 22, 2013 at 9:44 amOh I wish it was watermelon season over here now! Love it at any time 🙂 This "cake" of yours is very creative, Evelyn !
OrangeHeroMama
May 22, 2013 at 12:33 pmThat looks absolutely DELISH!!!
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cooking with curls
May 22, 2013 at 3:54 pmThat is adorable!!! Such a cool idea Evelyn:)
Krystie
May 22, 2013 at 6:15 pmlove this idea, fun!
Lynn Huntley
May 23, 2013 at 12:07 amHi Evelyn~ What a wonderful idea!! Perfect for a Memorial Day BBQ:) I was looking for something new to bring and this is it!! You rock Evelyn~ {{Hugs}} Lynn
Jennifer @ MillerMusings
May 23, 2013 at 1:23 amI love this!! Such a great idea and it looks delicious! 🙂
Leslie McCain
May 23, 2013 at 2:23 amI usually join your link up and would love to invite you to my link up that goes live at 7am in the morning. We pin all those who join to our party board on pinterest.
http://myfashionforwardblog.com/2013/05/23/all-things-pretty-9/
Sarah Wells
May 23, 2013 at 11:37 amHow clever! This would be perfect for Memorial Day and 4th of July. I love that it is a healthier dessert too. This is just a great idea! 🙂 I'd love for you to share it on my blog link party, Sweet Tooth Tuesdays!
http://sarahlynnssweets.blogspot.com/2013/05/sweet-tooth-tuesdays-2.html
Shawna Williams
May 23, 2013 at 4:13 pmSuch a beautiful and easy fruit salad! The colors of the fruit really complement each other.
Thank you for stopping by our BBQ Block Party, we really appreciate it.
Jeni IGOTTHISMARTHA
May 23, 2013 at 5:36 pmThis is just such a smart idea for a cookout!
Natashalh
May 23, 2013 at 7:40 pmI love it! Pinning!
Natashalh
Claudia Castro
May 24, 2013 at 4:40 amthis looks delicious and its pretty awesome too 🙂
thanks for sharing it on pin it mondays!
Claudia @ http://www.prettylittledahlia.com
Alicia - OneMotherHen
May 24, 2013 at 12:23 pmWhat a great refreshing healthy 'cake' for the warmer months.
Jamie Sherman
May 24, 2013 at 5:20 pmMy kids would love this 🙂
mail4rosey
May 24, 2013 at 7:25 pmYou make it look easy. I bet I would make such a mess. 😉
Shelley
May 24, 2013 at 7:54 pmI love watermelon!! And this is so festive! Thank you for sharing at Party In Polka Dots!
Jeanette
May 24, 2013 at 10:18 pmWhat a festive idea for Memorial Day or 4th of July!
Nicole Elliott
May 24, 2013 at 11:02 pmWhat a cute, fun idea! Definitely going to have to try this one out!!
Andi G.
May 25, 2013 at 6:18 amThis is so pretty! I love it! I'm going to make these for my kids this weekend (and me too)!
Jackie Kocurek
May 25, 2013 at 5:20 pmFun and creative! Thanks for sharing at Tried and True recipes! http://rediscovermom.blogspot.com/2013/05/tried-and-true-recipes-13.html
Miz Helen
May 26, 2013 at 3:46 pmWishing you a peaceful Memorial Day Weekend and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Charlene@APinchofJoy
May 26, 2013 at 3:53 pmWhat a stellar idea! (sorry couldn't resist the star – stellar thing!) This is so much more festive than my usual bowl of watermelon chunks and just as easy! Love it! Pinned. thanks so much for sharing on Busy Monday!
Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
May 26, 2013 at 8:22 pmLOVE this, Evelyn! Pinned 😉 Thanks for sharing! Happy Memorial Day weekend, friend!! :*)
Adelina Priddis
May 26, 2013 at 8:48 pmLove it! Perfect for all the summer picnics! Thanks for sharing on foodie friday
BeColorful
May 26, 2013 at 10:28 pmDishes like this make the holiday seem just that much more special. Thanks for sharing. Hopefully you had drier weather than we did.
Lorraine @ Cookin For the Seven Dwarfs
May 27, 2013 at 4:59 amBrilliant! This looks so refreshing! I want a watermelon now! haha! Have a great weekend, Evelyn!
BecHeflin
May 27, 2013 at 12:49 pmSuper cute, Evelyn! I found your blog over at "See You in the Gumbo!"
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds
May 27, 2013 at 8:43 pmToo super cute! Love it! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.
Michelle
May 27, 2013 at 9:09 pmVery cool idea, Evelyn! Much more refreshing for summer than actual cake. I can see this being a big hit at a pool party.
Thanks for linking!
Michelle @Ms. enPlace
Sarah Wells
May 28, 2013 at 12:27 pmThanks again for sharing this on my Sweet Tooth Tuesdays blog link party! I just wanted to let you know that it is one of my features over at the party this week. You can stop by to grab your button, if you'd like. I'd love for you to link up again this week, I can't wait to see what idea you share.
http://sarahlynnssweets.blogspot.com/2013/05/sweet-tooth-tuesdays-3.html
Leslie Lambert
May 30, 2013 at 1:43 amCongratulations…this was featured on Create It Thursday this week! Thanks for linking up such a fabulous post! http://www.lambertslately.com/2013/05/create-it-thursday-4-plus-features.html
Jessica @ The Wondering Brain
May 30, 2013 at 1:47 amThat is nice! I may just try this for a party this weekend! Thanks so much for sharing with us @ My Favorite Posts SHOW OFF Weekend Blog Party 🙂
Jessica
The Wondering Brain
anyonita green
May 30, 2013 at 7:07 amWhat a lovely idea! 🙂
April Tuell
May 30, 2013 at 9:32 pmCongratulations! This will be featured on my Saturday Spotlight party this week! Thanks for linking up such a fabulous recipe.
April
Angels Homestead
Linda Bouffard
May 31, 2013 at 1:46 amEvelyn, I'm featuring you this week. This is GORGEOUS!! What a cook you are, girl. Take care, Linda
Lita
June 24, 2013 at 8:05 pmThanks for sharing at Saturday Dishes, Evelyn. Great idea for the 4th!
Wishes for tasty dishes,
Linda @ Tumbleweed Contessa
The Mandatory Mooch
July 15, 2013 at 12:00 amEvelyn, Thanks for previously linking this recipe to my Tasty Thursdays party. I have featured it in my newest wonderful watermelon post. Enjoy!! Nichi http://mandatorymooch.blogspot.com/2013/07/fantastic-fruit-series-week-2-wonderful.html