Description
Indulge in a vibrant and delicious dessert with this Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza! Featuring a soft sugar cookie crust topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and a colorful array of fresh fruit, this dessert is perfect for summer gatherings and special occasions. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this fruit pizza combines sweet and tangy flavors for a delightful treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookie Crust:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toppings:
Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mandarin oranges, and raspberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Cookie Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Press the dough onto the prepared pan to form a round crust about 1/4 inch thick.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined and fluffy.
- Assemble the Fruit Pizza:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled sugar cookie crust.
- Arrange the fresh fruit on top of the frosting in a decorative pattern.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
For the best texture, serve the fruit pizza immediately after assembling. If storing, keep the frosting and fruit separate from the crust and assemble just before serving.
You can use any combination of fresh fruits based on your preference and seasonality.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
