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A glass of watermelon puree on a table with a piece of melon sitting on top of it.

How to Make Watermelon Puree for Drinks

Learn how to make watermelon puree for drinks with this fast and easy recipe! Great for fruity summer cocktails.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American, International
Servings 4 cups

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups
  • Blender
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups watermelon cut into chunks approximately 1.5 inches large
  • ½ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Trim the rind off your watermelon and cut the red fruit into chunks approximately 1.5 inches large. (If they are too large, you will have difficulty blending it).
  • Place the watermelon and water into the blender.
  • Blend on high until well blended, 1-2 minutes.
  • If desired, strain the watermelon juice through a fine mesh strainer. Use a spoon to help push it through as needed.
  • Discard the pulp that is left in the strainer. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated. The juice is best within 4 days.

Notes

Your exact yield of watermelon puree (juice) is going to vary with how juicy your melon is. 
Keyword Juice, Non-Alcoholic, Summer