Melon Treena
Indulge in the vibrant, refreshing delight of Melon Treena, a no-bake dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of juicy melons. This stunning recipe layers perfectly rounded balls of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon with luscious, homemade vanilla whipped cream, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Infused with zesty lime zest and garnished with fresh mint leaves and optional crunchy pistachios, this dessert is as visually captivating as it is delectable. Ready in just 20 minutes, Melon Treena is a quick, easy-to-prepare treat ideal for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or as a light, refreshing end to any meal. Perfect for lovers of fruit-based desserts, this recipe is guaranteed to impress with its balance of natural sweetness and creamy indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe melon
- 1 whole Honeydew melon
- 1 small Watermelon
- 1 cup Whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon in half, remove the seeds, and use a melon baller to scoop out round melon balls. Set aside in separate bowls for each type of melon to preserve color contrast.
In a medium mixing bowl, pour in the whipping cream. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Using a hand mixer, whip the cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip. Transfer the whipped cream to the refrigerator to chill while you work on the next steps.
In a serving bowl or a parfait glass, layer a handful of cantaloupe balls, a layer of whipped cream, and a small sprinkle of lime zest. Repeat the process with honeydew balls, then watermelon balls, adding another layer of whipped cream and lime zest between each fruit type.
Top the final layer with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkling of chopped pistachios (if using), and a few fresh mint leaves for garnish.
Repeat the layering process for the remaining servings.
Serve immediately as a refreshing dessert or chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving for an extra-cold treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1367 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
