Watermelon Pudding or Sauce
Dive into the refreshing sweetness of summer with this delightful Watermelon Pudding or Sauce recipe! Made with fresh, juicy seedless watermelon, this versatile dish is a silky-smooth blend of simple ingredients like cornstarch, sugar, and a touch of vanilla for subtle warmth. The addition of lemon juice balances the natural sweetness, creating a perfectly light and fruity treat. Whether you enjoy it chilled in bowls as a vibrant pudding or drizzle it as a sauce over pancakes, yogurt, or desserts, this watermelon creation is sure to impress. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort, it’s an ideal way to elevate your seasonal desserts or snacks. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to three days—if it lasts that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon (seedless, cubed)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Place the watermelon cubes in a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large mixing bowl to remove any pulp, yielding about 3 cups of watermelon juice.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together cornstarch, sugar, and water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Gradually pour the watermelon juice into the saucepan while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Bring the mixture to medium heat and cook while stirring continuously. As the mixture heats, it will begin to thicken. This process takes about 6–8 minutes.
Once thickened to the consistency of a pudding or sauce (depending on preference), remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
Allow the pudding or sauce to cool slightly before transferring it to individual serving bowls or a storage container, depending on how you plan to use it.
Serve warm or chilled as a pudding, or use as a sauce to drizzle over cakes, pancakes, or yogurt. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 701 mg | 15% | |
*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.
