Description
This Fruit Pizza with Sugar Cookie Crust is a visually stunning and delicious dessert featuring a soft, buttery sugar cookie base topped with a creamy sweet cream cheese spread and an array of fresh, colorful fruits. Perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a cheerful everyday treat, it is easy to prepare, customizable, and loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Cookie Crust
- Pre-made or homemade sugar cookie dough (enough to roll into a large circle about 1/4 inch thick)
Cream Cheese Spread
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Toppings
- 1 cup strawberries, washed and sliced
- 1 cup kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries, washed
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained and segmented
Finishing Touches
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Cookie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the sugar cookie dough into a large circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet, aiming for about 1/4 inch thickness to ensure even baking without crisping too much. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden. Let it cool completely before proceeding to keep the crust firm and easy to slice.
- Make the Cream Cheese Spread: While the crust cools, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This creates a sweet, creamy layer that complements the fruit topping perfectly.
- Arrange the Fruit Toppings: Wash and slice your chosen fruits into bite-sized pieces. Arrange a vibrant mix of strawberries, kiwis, blueberries, and mandarin oranges over the cream cheese spread, aiming for an eye-catching design with balanced colors and textures.
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the fruit to enhance flavor and prevent browning. Optionally, dust lightly with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves for added aroma and color. Slice into wedges and serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to achieve a smooth, lump-free spread more easily.
- Ensure the sugar cookie crust is completely cooled to prevent the cream cheese from melting and becoming runny.
- Choose fresh, firm fruit to maintain a vibrant appearance and prevent the topping from becoming soggy.
- Slice fruit uniformly for a polished look and consistent bite size.
- Chill the finished fruit pizza in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving to help layers firm up for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pizza)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: fruit pizza, sugar cookie crust, cream cheese spread, fresh fruit dessert, easy dessert, kid-friendly dessert