There's nothing quite like juicy, sweet melons, especially when they’re in season. Melons are delightful on their own, but they can also shine in a variety of desserts that’ll keep you cool all season long. From light fruit salads to decadent cakes, these melon desserts will tantalize your taste buds and become the star in your spring or summer dessert table.
So make the most of melon season and impress your guests with this collection of desserts with melon. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy on a hot day, just grab your favorite melon and pick a dessert.
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🍦 Frozen Melon Desserts
Watermelon Popsicles
Nothing screams summer as much as these scrumptious watermelon popsicles! They're really easy to make, delicious, and far superior to any store-bought popsicles.
Made with fresh sweet watermelon, zesty lime juice, and fresh mint, these quick and easy watermelon popsicles are healthy and refreshing. Ideal for summer snacking (or dropping in a glass of vodka as a premade watermelon martini).
Cantaloupe Frozen Custard
If you’re a cantaloupe lover, this melon-infused recipe is the perfect addition to your dessert arsenal. Cantaloupes are muskmelons, which are actually the sweetest in the summer.
The pretty orange flesh, sweet cantaloupe, rich custard and subtle hints of vanilla and ginger all make this frozen melon dessert amazing. Make it ahead when serving at a party and freeze for months to enjoy all season long.
Melon Sorbet
Kick off your melon dessert journey with a scoop of homemade melon mint sorbet. This cool melon mint sorbet is completely dairy-free, naturally sweetened with honey, and made using sweet and juicy melons.
Yes - it’s as simple as these 3 pantry ingredients without the need for an ice cream maker! This refreshing treat captures the essence of ripe melons in every bite, making it the perfect palate cleanser or light dessert after an afternoon summer meal.
Watermelon Beetroot Yogurt Popsicle
Upgrade your popsicle game with this watermelon beetroot yogurt popsicle. Popsicles are fun and easy to craft, but what makes them amazing is when you combine unusual flavors to yield a surprising dessert.
The colors are wonderful too, with the combination of beetroot and watermelons - these will surely be gone in a flash, especially in unforgiving heat.
Cantaloupe Lime Popsicles
For a light and refreshing dessert, try these homemade cantaloupe lime popsicles. Made with pureed cantaloupe, these popsicles are a healthier alternative to store-bought treats, and are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
The flavor of these pops is entirely dependent on how ripe and sweet your melon is, so make sure to pick the ripest from the bunch. Enjoy the flavors of sweet melon tapered by the acid of the lime juice; it's a fantastic recipe to make in the summer.
Cantaloupe Frozen Yogurt
If you love making healthy desserts, you won't be able to resist trying this cantaloupe frozen yogurt. It's the perfect healthy summer treat, made in the blender in less than 5 minutes.
Vegetarian, egg free and (can be made) dairy free, this melon recipe only requires only 3 ingredients. This nutritious and delicious recipe is so refreshing, and perfect for those end of summer hot days.
Watermelon Granita
Cool down on a hot day with a refreshing watermelon granita. Boasting of only three ingredients, this melon granita is as refreshing as it is show-stoppingly gorgeous!
The granita produccrafts es the perfect marriage between the sweet and juicy watermelon, the tart lime and a delightful fizz. This icy treat is so easy to do and most of the active time is dedicated to chopping up the watermelons, yet the result is a slushy-like dessert that's bursting with summer dessert flavor.
🍬 Tasty Melon Snacks
Watermelon Rind Energy Balls
Don't throw away your watermelon rind - make these low calorie energy balls, instead! These are an easy and healthful melon dessert using watermelon rind, pistachios, and dates.
The dessicated coconut gives it a nice crunchy texture, and if your watermelons are sweet enough, you can totally skip the dates. These melon ladoos are easy and delightful to make year round.
🍈 Unique Melon Recipes
Watermelon Jelly
Watermelon jelly is wonderful and refreshing, especially on warm days - don't be deterred by the base of notoriously light watermelon. It's light with an amazing texture and a bright red hue.
Made with just 5 ingredients, you'll be wanting to make these again and again. Easy peasy, and preservative-free. Who knew that something so delicious could also be so good for you?
Watermelon Jam
For a delicious jam that's easy to make and loved by all, try this watermelon jam recipe without pectin. It's not too thick, but not runny either. Boasting of a gorgeous red color and a flavor comparable to extremely concentrated sweet watermelon, it’s super easy to follow and only uses 4 ingredients.
🍰 Luscious Melon Cakes
Watermelon Mint Feta Cake
If you enjoy light and refreshing melon, especially when they're at their ripest in the summer, then you'll love this delightful watermelon cake. The flavors come together beautifully in this watermelon dessert.
Imagine chunks of fresh sweet juicy watermelon, cubes of salty savory feta cheese, and sprigs of garden-grown mint in one insanely delicious cake. Reduced watermelon juice is used in both the cake layers, and the cake filling is comprised of a sweet and salty feta mint buttercream.
Have I piqued your curiosity enough? Make this beautiful spring dessert recipe pronto!
🙋🏼♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
You can do a variety of things with melons, such as enjoying them fresh, adding them to fruit salads, blending them into smoothies, using them in desserts like sorbets and fruit tarts, or even incorporating them into savory dishes like salads or salsas. Additionally, you can use melon as a base for refreshing summer drinks or as a decorative element for fruit platters.
The best way to serve sweet melons is to enjoy them fresh and chilled. You can simply slice the melon into wedges or cubes and serve it as a refreshing and healthy snack. Alternatively, you can get creative by incorporating sweet melons into fruit salads, blending them into smoothies, or using them as a topping for yogurt or ice cream, or even making fruit-infused waters.
Yes, melons can be cooked, although it's not as common as consuming them fresh. Some peoiple prefer grilling or roasting, which can enhance their natural sweetness and add a delicious caramelized flavor. Melons can also be used in savory dishes such as soups and salsas, or in desserts like fruit tarts and sorbets, where they're cooked or pureed to create delicious sweet treats.
To soften melons, you can allow them to ripen at room temperature for a few days; it will become softer and juicier as it ripens. You can also place the melon in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple, as the ethylene gas produced by these fruits can speed up the ripening process. Once the melon reaches your desired level of softness, you can store it in the refrigerator to maintain its texture.
To cut a melon, start by lightly washing the outer rind to remove any dirt or bacteria. Then place the melon on a clean cutting board. Use a sharp knife to slice off both ends of the melon, then stand the melon upright on one of the flat ends and carefully slice downward to remove the rind, following the natural curve of the melon.
Finally, cut the melon in half and scoop out the seeds and any fibrous material from the center using a spoon. Then proceed to slice, cube, or wedge the melon according to your preference.
Some of the best melon desserts include melon sorbet, melon granita, melon fruit salad, melon parfait, and melon smoothie bowls. Additionally, you can use melon to make refreshing popsicles, fruit tarts, and even melon-infused custards or puddings. Melon can even be used as a topping for ice cream or blended into creamy fruit mousse for a delightful and light dessert option.
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11+ Melon Desserts You Can Make at Home
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- Choose a recipe that appeals to you.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Follow the instructions, then enjoy!
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