Fresh Watermelon Cake

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– 7- 10 pound whole seedless watermelon – 2 1/2 cups 580g heavy whipping cream – 1/4 cup 50g sugar – Seeds from one vanilla bean – Mint sprigs for garnish optional

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INGREDIENTS

– Using a large sharp knife, cut the top and bottom off of the watermelon flat and save the ends for later use. Turn the watermelon upright and carve away the rind in downward strips until all of the green and white pith is removed and you’re left with a red, ripe center. Carve away small pieces from the sides and top until 

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INSTRUCTIONS

the center is roughly cake-shaped. – In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream on high speed with an electric hand mixer until it begins to thicken. Add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, and then the vanilla bean seeds. Beat until the mixture is thick and spreadable, about 3 minutes. Transfer the watermelon to a cake

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INSTRUCTIONS

stand or serving plate and pat the outside with paper towels to remove excess water. Spread the whipped cream over the entire surface of the watermelon. Use a melon baller to cut round pieces of melon from the two reserved ends. Place them on the top center of the cake and garnish with mint sprigs, if using. Store the cake in the refrigerator.

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INSTRUCTIONS

Make it vegan Coconut Whipped Cream 2 (14 ounce) cans full-fat coconut milk, refrigerated overnight 1/4 cup (50g) fine granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Scoop the coconut solids from the chilled cans and save the liquid for another use. Place the coconut solids in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with

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NOTES

the whip attachment. Beat on medium speed while adding the sugar gradually. Increase the speed to high and beat until fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract. Use immediately to cover the watermelon.

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