Description
This Fruit Pizza is a delightful and colorful dessert featuring a soft sugar cookie crust topped with creamy vanilla-sweetened cream cheese and an assortment of fresh, vibrant fruits. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, refreshing dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package sugar cookie dough (about 16.5 ounces)
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the sugar cookie dough evenly onto a pizza pan or round baking sheet to form the crust. Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the cream cheese topping: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This mixture will serve as the base layer over the cookie crust.
- Assemble the fruit pizza: Once the cookie crust has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the top. Arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, banana, and kiwi on top in an attractive pattern.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, add fresh mint leaves as a garnish for an added burst of color and freshness. Slice into 8 pieces and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for a cooler dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the cookie crust is completely cooled before spreading the cream cheese mixture to prevent it from melting.
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for the best flavor and presentation.
- You can substitute or add other fruits such as raspberries, blackberries, or mango slices.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
