Why Make This Recipe
Fruit pizza is a delightful and colorful dessert that everyone loves. It’s perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply as a refreshing treat on a warm day. The combination of sweet cookie crust, creamy strawberry icing, and a variety of fresh fruits makes for a visually stunning and delicious dish. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite fruits, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. If you’re looking for a fun twist, consider pairing it with other sweet treats like chocolate-covered strawberries.
How to Make Fruit Pizza
To make fruit pizza, you’ll start with a simple sugar cookie crust and layer it with a delicious cream cheese spread and colorful fruits.
Ingredients
- 16 oz refrigerated sugar cookie dough (pre-made or you can use your own recipe)
- 8 oz cream cheese spread (strawberry)
- Coconut flakes
- Strawberries (or any fruit you want like pineapple, kiwi, etc.)
- Fresh mint
Directions
First, make your crust! Take your refrigerated cookie dough and roll out a large cookie on a greased baking sheet that is 1/4-1/2″ thick. I found it easiest to roll out the dough on the baking sheet directly with a piece of wax paper on top and then use a pizza cutter to trim off the jagged edges. Bake until your cookie edges just start to turn golden brown (you want the cookie to be a little underdone so it has a chewy texture). It took about 17 minutes for mine to start to turn golden.
Let the cookie completely cool, and then ice the cookie with the strawberry cream cheese, leaving the last inch of the edge plain so it looks more like a pizza crust. If you want a brighter red spread to mimic the pizza sauce, you can stir in a dash of food coloring first.
Sprinkle your coconut topping on top of the cream cheese. For more of a “baked cheese” color, you can toast some of the coconut in a dry pan first until it starts to turn golden brown. Add your cut fruit to mimic your pizza toppings (I used strawberries, pineapple, and kiwi), and finish off with some whole or chopped mint leaves.
How to Serve Fruit Pizza
You can serve fruit pizza in slices, just like a regular pizza. It’s best to slice it just before serving to keep everything fresh and appealing. Pair it with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
How to Store Fruit Pizza
Store any leftover fruit pizza in the refrigerator. Cover it with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. It should stay fresh for about 2-3 days. Keep in mind that the fruit may start to get soggy after a while, so enjoy it quickly!
Tips to Make Fruit Pizza
- Experiment with different fruits to find your favorite combination.
- If you prefer a less sweet option, use plain cream cheese and add a little honey or maple syrup.
- Consider adding a drizzle of chocolate on top for an extra touch.
Variation
You can add nuts or seeds for a crunchy texture, or swap the cream cheese for yogurt for a lighter option. You might also try a different cookie base, such as oatmeal or chocolate.
FAQs
Can I use different flavors of cream cheese?
Yes! You can use any flavor of cream cheese that you prefer.
How long does the cookie crust need to cool?
Let the crust cool for at least 30 minutes to an hour before icing it.
Can I make the crust in advance?
Absolutely! You can bake the cookie crust ahead of time and store it. Just ice it and add the fruits before serving.
Fruit Pizza
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A delightful dessert featuring a sweet cookie crust topped with cream cheese icing and colorful fresh fruits.
Ingredients
- 16 oz refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- 8 oz strawberry cream cheese spread
- Coconut flakes
- Fresh strawberries (or any fruit like pineapple, kiwi, etc.)
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Roll out the cookie dough on a greased baking sheet to 1/4-1/2 inch thick and trim with a pizza cutter.
- Bake until edges turn golden brown, about 17 minutes, and let cool completely.
- Ice the cooled cookie with strawberry cream cheese, leaving the edge plain.
- Sprinkle coconut on top of the cream cheese, toasting it for a golden color if desired.
- Add cut fruit on top to resemble pizza toppings and garnish with mint leaves.
Notes
Slice before serving for the best presentation. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
