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Refreshing Watermelon Sugar Cookie Pizza with Mint

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A light and refreshing summer dessert featuring a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with juicy watermelon and fresh mint, perfect for hot days and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package (16 oz / 450 g) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
  • 3 cups (450 g) seedless watermelon, cut into thin wedges or small cubes
  • 1/4 cup (about 10–15 leaves) fresh mint leaves, chopped or torn
  • 1–2 tablespoons (8–16 g) powdered sugar (optional)
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • Olive oil or non-stick spray for prepping baking sheet

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Unroll or press sugar cookie dough into a roughly 10-inch (25 cm) circle on the prepared baking sheet, about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are light golden brown and center looks set but still soft. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
  4. Remove cookie crust from oven and transfer parchment paper with cookie to a cooling rack. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. While crust cools, chop watermelon into bite-sized pieces and toss gently with chopped fresh mint and lemon zest if using.
  6. Once crust is cooled, evenly spread watermelon and mint mixture over the top.
  7. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey and garnish with whole mint leaves.
  8. Chill assembled pizza in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors and keep cool.
  9. Slice into wedges and serve chilled.

Notes

Cool the cookie crust completely before adding watermelon to prevent sogginess. Use ripe, seedless watermelon for best flavor. Add fresh mint just before serving to keep flavor bright. Optional toppings include honey drizzle, powdered sugar, or flaky sea salt. Can substitute fruits or herbs as desired.

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Keywords: watermelon dessert, sugar cookie pizza, summer dessert, fresh mint, easy dessert, fruit pizza, refreshing dessert

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