Fruit Pizza
A delightful mix of creamy frosting, a sweet cookie crust, and fresh fruit, perfect for summer gatherings or a quick dessert.
Ingredients
Cookie Crust
- 16 oz refrigerated cookie dough – softened at room temperature for 1 hour
Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese – softened to room temperature
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter – softened to room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Fruit Toppings
- 1 ½ cups sliced strawberries
- 2 kiwis – skin removed and sliced
- ½ cup blueberries
- 9 oz canned mandarin orange sections – drained and patted dry with a paper towel
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃).
- Prepare a round pizza pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
- Allow the refrigerated cookie dough to soften at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Press the softened dough evenly into the pizza pan to form a pizza-shaped crust.
Baking
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the crust to cool completely before adding toppings.
Frosting Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
Assembly
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Wash the strawberries and blueberries thoroughly. Slice the strawberries and kiwis.
- Arrange the fruit in concentric circles on top of the frosting, starting from the outer edge.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serving
- Slice the pizza into servings using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
Notes
To store, cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Avoid freezing to prevent sogginess. Experiment with seasonal fruits and ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.