This watermelon sangria and infused pizza are THE two hot summer items for your adults-only party. Patriotic red white and blue fruit make it perfect for the 4th of July celebration and any other flag-waving occasion.
I prefer cocktails over wine, but sangria is an exception. Back at home, this famous Spanish beverage is a staple item for parties.
Strawberry sangria aka bola, peach, and watermelon with white wine - SANGRIA BLANCA - are my favorite because I can tolerate it better than the red. Use sparkling wine for even fancier sangria.
Nothing says summer like biting into a thick slice of watermelon, but I was the only kid in the neighborhood that opted out of the sticky juice running down my elbows. I still don't eat melons but like everything WATERMELON-flavored. Weird, I know.
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If you're now thinking Jas, what's better than a watermelon, I'd tell you that eating watermelon while simultaneously having a drink is much, much better. Getting watermelon drunk infused is easy enough to do.
Just cut a deep hole, stick an open bottle of vodka in it and let it do its magic (see the video below). Slice it up like a pizza, top with your favorite fruit, and enjoy! Just make sure to keep it away from kids. We don't want kids running around drunk, now do we?
I used a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut my apples because the red, white, and blue colors just looked so patriotic and I couldn't resist. With the Fourth of July nearing, I found it perfect for the Independence Day celebration or any other patriotic holiday.
WHAT ARE WATERMELON PIZZA TOPPINGS?
You can use any fruit you like and get creative with this GLUTEN FREE pizza: pineapple, kiwi, mango, bananas, cantaloupe, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, apples, pears, cherries, pomegranate seeds, coconut flakes, mint, edible flowers...
For the kid-friendly version, omit the vodka and spread the slices with vanilla yogurt or cream cheese, or ricotta mixed with honey. You'll have a perfect healthy summer dessert that your whole family will love.
Ingredients:
For the sangria
- watermelon (3-4 lbs)
- dry white wine
- triple sec (optional)
- vodka
- Freshly squeezed lime juice
- apples
- fresh blueberries
- fresh strawberries
For the infused watermelon pizza
- seedless watermelon
- bottle vodka
- Fruit of choice
Step by step instuctions:
For the sangria
- Scoop 2 cups of melon using a melon baller and set aside. Dice the remaining watermelon into large chunks. Place the watermelon in a blender and pulse until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large jug. Add the wine, triple sec, vodka, and lime juice and stir until combined. Add the reserved watermelon, apple, blueberries, and strawberries and allow to stand in the fridge for 2 hours before serving.
For the infused watermelon pizza
- Cut a hole into the watermelon the same size as the vodka bottle cap. Place the spout of the bottle into that hole and allow it to empty into the melon; this can take up to30 minutes. Let it refrigerate for at least an hour up to overnight.
- With a sharp knife, cut off a large ring of watermelon right down the middle, about 2-3 inches thick. Lay the slice on a cutting board and cut into 6 or 8 slices, depending on size. Layer your fresh fruit on top as you please. You can add as few or as many toppings as you like!
Watermelon Sangria and Infused Pizza
Ingredients
For the sangria
- 1 watermelon, 3-4 lbs, diced or scooped with an ice cream scoop
- 1 bottle dry white wine
- ½ cup triple sec, optional
- 1 cup vodka
- Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 apples, diced (or cut into stars with a cookie cutter)
- 6 oz. fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
For the infused watermelon pizza
- 1 watermelon, seedless
- 1 bottle vodka
- Fruit of choice
Instructions
For the sangria
- Scoop 2 cups of melon using a melon baller and set aside. Dice the remaining watermelon into large chunks. Place the watermelon in a blender and pulse until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large jug. Add the wine, triple sec, vodka, and lime juice and stir until combined. Add the reserved watermelon, apple, blueberries, and strawberries and allow to stand in the fridge for 2 hours before serving.
For the infused watermelon pizza
- Cut a hole into the watermelon the same size as the vodka bottle cap. Place the spout of the bottle into that hole and allow it to empty into the melon; this can take up to a half hour. Let it refrigerate for at least an hour up to overnight.
- With a sharp knife, cut off a large ring of watermelon right down the middle, about 2-3 inches thick. Lay the slice on a cutting board and cut into 6 or 8 slices, depending on size. Layer your fresh fruit on top as you please. You can add as little or as many toppings as you like!
Sheila says
So glad to find your post. Very timely since we’re throwing a party on Sunday and this is just perfect. Thank you for sharing these brilliant ideas. Planning to make several shapes of my apples.
Jas says
Thanks, Sheila! I hope you all enjoy it 😀
Erlene says
This would be a fun way to serve an adult fruit dessert. Love the look and will be featuring it on this week’s MM party.
Jas says
So happy you like it! Thank you so much for the feature 😀
Christie Hawkes says
These look almost to pretty to eat and drink--almost. I'm sure I'd find a way. You must have the best parties at your house! Happy summer!
Jas says
Thanks, Christie! Nobody complained about my parties yet, lol. 😉
Denise says
This looks both dangerous AND delicious! Thank you, I’m going to try it! From Blogger’s Pit Stop
Jas says
Thank you so much, Denise!
Angie ! Fiesta Friday says
Woohoo I'm so making these for 4th of July!! I'm finally going to be that cool guest who shows up bringing something everybody wants to try when I make them for my annual potluck with my friends!
Jas says
Haha, Angie, you crack me up! I hope you and your friends will enjoy it. Thank you so much!!!
Marissa | Squirrels of a Feather says
Jas, I want to come and get watermelon-drunk with you! I think we would have a blast 😉 This is so perfect for summer. I am not huge watermelon fan either (messy) but I would make an exception here!
Jas says
Ha, ha, we totally would! 😀 Thanks for making me giggle!!!
Julie says
Sounds absolutely delicious, pinning for our next party
Jas says
Thank you, Julie!
Michelle Leslie says
LOL Jas, when I saw the name of your latest creation I did a double take. Watermelon pizza of all things and then you had to add the sangria bit. Too yummy for words. I have got to try this
Jas says
Watermelon infused with vodka is my fairy world, LOL. 😉 Speaking of which, I'm so inspired by yours that I want to try (again) to create a fairy garden when I get time. See how it'll go. Hugs!
Jhuls | The Not So Creative Cook says
This looks like a perfect drink for Fiesta Friday party!! It looks so elegant and pretty! Thanks for sharing, Jas!
Jas says
So happy you like it, Jhuls. Have a great weekend!!!