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Fruit Pizza Recipe

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4 from 6 reviews

This delightful Fruit Pizza features a large, soft cookie crust topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and an assortment of fresh fruits. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, it combines the chewy texture of a giant cookie with the refreshing sweetness of fresh berries and kiwi, making a visually stunning and delicious dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings

Ingredients

Cookie Crust

  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or 1 teaspoon almond or lemon extract)

Fruit Topping

  • Fresh strawberries, blueberries, and kiwi (or any other preferred fruit)

Glaze (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons apricot, apple, or orange jam, jelly, or marmalade
  • 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cookie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Spray a full-size cookie sheet (26x18 inches) with nonstick cooking spray. Alternatively, halve the recipe and use a half-size sheet (18x13 inches).
  2. Make Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix just until combined.
  3. Shape Dough on Sheet: Drop the dough onto the cookie sheet and use your fingers to spread it out evenly into a large rectangle or circle, depending on your pan shape. Leave about an inch border around the edges by pushing the dough away from the pan edges using a rubber spatula, allowing room for spreading.
  4. Bake the Crust: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is just barely browned and firm to the touch. Be careful not to over-bake to keep it soft and chewy.
  5. Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and let the cookie crust cool completely on the sheet, about 30 minutes, before frosting.
  6. Prepare Frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla (or almond/lemon) extract and blend well. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until desired consistency is achieved. For thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar; for thinner, add milk a teaspoon at a time.
  7. Prepare Fruit: Wash and dry your fresh fruit. Slice strawberries and kiwi, and halve or quarter any other chosen fruits to bite-sized pieces.
  8. Assemble Fruit Pizza: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the completely cooled cookie crust. Neatly arrange the sliced fruits over the frosting layer as desired.
  9. Optional Glaze: Mix the jam with water and warm gently in a microwave for about 30 seconds until smooth. Lightly brush or spoon the glaze over the arranged fruit to add shine and help preserve freshness.
  10. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled fruit pizza for about one hour to set before slicing and serving. Enjoy your colorful and delicious dessert!

Notes

  • Be sure not to over-bake the cookie crust to keep it soft and chewy.
  • Use fresh, in-season fruits for the best flavor and appearance.
  • The glaze is optional but adds a nice shine and helps prevent the fruit from drying out.
  • If you prefer a thinner frosting, add milk or cream a teaspoon at a time until desired texture is reached.
  • Feel free to customize the fruit toppings based on your preference or availability.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/fruit-pizza-recipe/