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Summer Delight Watermelon Pie

Summer Delight Watermelon Pie: No-Bake Bliss for Hot Days

Enjoy a refreshing Summer Delight Watermelon Pie, the perfect no-bake dessert for hot days.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free crumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Consider reducing if watermelon is especially sweet.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Coconut oil can be a dairy-free substitute.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Seedless Watermelon (pureed) Fresh watermelon is best.
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Lime juice is an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Unflavored Gelatin Helps set the filling.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Activates the gelatin.
  • 2 cups Whipped Topping or Whipped Cream Ensure well-whipped.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh Watermelon Balls/Slices Adds visual appeal.
  • 1/4 cup Mint Leaves Provides a fresh element.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Blender or food processor
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Puree the seedless watermelon until smooth. Optionally, strain for a silkier texture.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let sit for 5 minutes to bloom. Microwave until dissolved, then stir in lemon juice and sugar until dissolved.
  3. Fold gelatin mixture into watermelon puree, then fold in whipped topping until well combined.
Assembling the Pie
  1. Pour watermelon filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. Before serving, garnish with fresh watermelon balls and mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the pie chill overnight for enhanced flavor. Use fresh watermelon for best results.

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