Watermelon bites are the perfect summer treat! They’re fresh, easy to make, and so delicious. You can serve them as a simple appetizer, side dish, or even a poolside snack on a hot summer afternoon.
The combination of silky cream cheese and feta with juicy, sweet watermelon is absolutely delectable. Watermelon is also super nutritious, which makes this a healthy summer dish!
When you make these watermelon bites, you’ll finish them up with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios. These garnishes really elevate the flavor of the watermelon bites.
If you’re hosting a party, these are easy to make in large amounts! Your guests will love how fresh and delicious they are, and you’ll love the easy prep. It’s a perfect recipe!
Why You Should Make These Watermelon Bites
Is there any fruit more summery than watermelon? I don’t think so!
Taking advantage of fresh fruit in the summer is always a good idea. That’s why incorporating watermelon into these delicious bites was such a great move! The watermelon is juicy, sweet, and matches so well with the creamy cheeses in this recipe.
If you’ve never made a savory dish featuring watermelon, you’re missing out!
You can add it to your favorite summer salads, cook it on the grill, make drinks with it, or make appetizers like these watermelon bites. Serve these watermelon bites as an appetizer, a side dish, or a party treat.
The sweet fruit and salty, creamy whipped feta go so well together. And the balsamic glaze is a sweet, tangy complement for the dish that wraps the flavors up perfectly!
This dish is great because of its texture, too. You have juicy watermelon, creamy cheese, and crunchy chopped pistachios. What more could you ask for in a summer snack?
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How To Make Watermelon Bites
Making these watermelon bites is actually super simple. After preparing the different ingredients, it’s just a matter of assembling. That makes prepping parts of this dish in advance and finishing up the day of a party easier than ever!
First, you’re going to make your whipped feta! Throw feta, cream cheese, and half-and-half into a mixing bowl and beat until fluffy. You can use an immersion blender, hand mixer, or even a whisk if you don’t have those tools on hand.
Next, you’ll need to make your balsamic glaze. Of course, you can use store-bought balsamic glazes, but making it is way easier than you’d think! Basically, you’ll slowly boil balsamic vinegar until it reduces by half and gets thicker. This makes it much sweeter and has a better consistency for drizzling!
Then it’s time to assemble your watermelon bites. You’ll layer up watermelon, whipped feta, basil, and another layer of watermelon and feta. Garnish with chopped pistachios, balsamic drizzle, and an extra basil sprig if you’d like!
Watermelon bites really are the perfect dish to make this summer. Whether you’re looking for a fun lunch option, a delicious appetizer, or something unique for your next summer barbecue, these are delicious and easy!
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Fresh Watermelon Bites With Whipped Feta
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz Feta crumbled
- 3 T half and half
- ⅓ c balsamic vinegar
- Fresh seedless watermelon cut 24 1” squares approximately 1/3” thick
- 12 fresh basil leaves stems removed
- ⅓ c pistachios chopped
Instructions
- Place cream cheese, Feta, and half & half in a large mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer or immersion blender until mixture is light and fluffy. Set aside.
- Heat balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, and cook until the liquid is reduced by one-half and starts to cling to the back of a spoon. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until ready to use.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze onto a serving platter and carefully arrange half of the watermelon squares on top.
- Transfer some of the whipped Feta mixture to a pastry bag fitted with a large tip (or use a plastic sandwich bag with one of the bottom corners removed). Pipe the whipped Feta onto each watermelon square on the platter and top each with some fresh basil. Refill the pastry or plastic bag as necessary.
- Place another slice of watermelon on top of the basil and gently press down to secure. Top each appetizer with some of the remaining whipped Feta and chopped pistachios.
- Serve immediately garnished with small sprigs of fresh basil and a light drizzle of the remaining balsamic glaze, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Small sprigs of fresh basil
Nutrition
This is perfect! I like combining watermelon and cheese, too. They just go so well together.
Yes, Ivan, they go great together. Thank you for coming by!
This looks like a great idea for appetizers. Definitely something different! I have heard of feta with watermelon before, but have never tried it.
Thank you, Marysa. Thank you for stopping by!
I have yet to try watermelon and feta. These look so good!
Hi Monica, it is fantastic. Thank you for stopping by!
Watermelon and feta goes hand in hand. This is absoulte appetizer I am going to give this one a try.
Yes, they do! Thank you, Swathi, and Thank you for coming by!
What an awesome appetizer idea! This is perfect for summer parties.
Thank you, Kita, for your kind words. Thank you for coming by!
I am totally in love with this recipe and have already pinned this to make this weekend 😉 Thank you for sharing!
You so welcome Melissa, Thank you, and Thank you for stopping by!
This looks so good. I need to try it out. I love watermelon.
Thank you, Kathy! Thanks for coming by!
Such a delicious, healthy, and refreshing recipe. I love it, and I am so excited to make this for my family. Thank you!
Thank you, Gervin. That’s Fantastic! Thank you for coming by!
I do love to eat watermelon with halloumi. Whipped feta sounds different! I’d love to try that too.
You know Melanie, I have never tried halloumi. I know I need to I enjoy great cheese. Thank you for stopping by!
I can’t imagine the taste but it looks so nice, I love the arrangement.
Thank you, Scarlett. Thank you for stopping by!
This has never crossed my mind. Well, I always loved trying different things. Thanks for the idea..!
Your welcome Richelle, Thank you for stopping by!
Oh, I love how fancy this looks but how simple this is to make! I’ll have to make this and impress my family!
Hi, Anna Yes, I went a different way this time with the fancy part lol Thank you for stopping by!
I love fresh watermelon, but having to watch my sugar now, sadly I can’t eat it anymore. But this recipe looks great.
Oh, sorry to read that, Tammy. Your health first. Thank you for stopping by!
Oh, wow. That looks so good! I’ve never had anything with whipped feta before.
Thank you, Brianne. Thank you for stopping by!
YUM this sounds AMAZING I have to give this recipe a try this summer. I love feta anything and the combo with watermelon is delicious.
Sounds great! Thank you, Jen, and Thank you for stopping by!
I have been loving watermelon salads lately, so this sounds like a perfect treat to me! Never done a whipped feta before. Going to give this a try!
Melanie aren’t watermelon salads the best. Love them! Lol, Thank you for stopping by!
I’m not a fan of watermelon but fruit an cheese is the best combo so I’m willing to give it a go. It does sound good
Yes, Mimi, I agree, Yes fruit and cheese are a great combo. Thank you for stopping by!
Whipped feta? That’s original.
It definitely looks appetizing and kind of fancy…not to mention refreshing for summer.
Hi David, Thank you, and yeah, I went a little fancy this time, lol. Whipped feta is amazing, and you bet it’s original! Thank you, David, for stopping by!
Oh yes, I LOVE this combo! We eat a ton of watermelon during the summer, so I’ll make this.
Hey Amber, We eat a ton of watermelon here as well, and it’s so healthy for you as well. win-win
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