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Fruit Pizza

Fruit pizza combines a buttery sugar cookie crust with a creamy cream cheese frosting, topped with vibrantly sliced fresh fruit. The process involves spreading, layering, and arranging, resulting in a colorful, crunchy, and juicy dessert perfect for sharing. Its appealing look and delightful textures make it a fun, crowd-pleasing treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp lemon juice fresh preferred
  • 2 cups fresh fruit sliced (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, etc.)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Rolling pin
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, and smells sweet.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, then beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
  3. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, stirring until the dough comes together and is slightly sticky but manageable.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the cookie dough evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness and transfer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake the cookie crust for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. While the crust cools, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy, then stir in the lemon juice for brightness.
  7. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust using a spatula, creating a smooth, inviting surface.
  8. Slice the fresh fruit into colorful, uniform pieces, then gently arrange them on top of the frosting, pressing lightly to set them in place.
  9. Sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar for a delicate finishing touch, if desired, and serve immediately for the best crunch and freshness.