Description
This colorful and refreshing Fruit Pizza features a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with creamy vanilla-infused cream cheese frosting and an array of fresh fruits like strawberries, kiwis, mango, blueberries, and grapes. It’s a delightful dessert perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Cookie Crust:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
Fruit Toppings:
- 7–10 strawberries, sliced
- 5–6 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 mango, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 small bunch of grapes, halved
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar, then add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm it up.
- Bake the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking stone or baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the chilled dough onto the parchment to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness, leaving some space around the edges for expansion. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges are golden brown. Allow the crust to cool completely before proceeding.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add vanilla extract and gradually incorporate the powdered sugar until the mixture is creamy and spreadable. Chill the frosting slightly if it is too soft.
- Assemble the Fruit Pizza: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust. Then, arrange the sliced strawberries, kiwis, mango, blueberries, and halved grapes on top in any desired design. For best results, chill the assembled fruit pizza to allow the frosting to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Store-bought sugar cookie dough can be substituted for the crust to save time.
- Make sure the cookie crust is completely cooled before spreading the frosting to prevent melting.
- Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor and appearance.
- This fruit pizza is best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- Variations can include different fruits such as raspberries, blackberries, or peaches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
