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Fruit Pizza

Easy Fruit Pizza: A Refreshing Summer Delight to Savor

Fruit Pizza is a colorful dessert featuring a sugar cookie crust, cream cheese frosting, and fresh fruits, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Add richness and moisture; margarine can substitute.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; consider a sugar alternative to reduce calories.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients; use flax or chia egg for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; opt for pure vanilla.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure; gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps crust rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Creates a creamy base; dairy-free alternative available.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens frosting; reduce for less sweetness.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk / Heavy Cream Adjusts consistency; use dairy-free if needed.
For the Topping
  • 1 pint Strawberries Hulled and sliced.
  • 1 pint Blueberries
  • 1 pint Raspberries
  • 2 Kiwis Peeled and sliced.
  • 1 Mango Peeled and diced.
  • 0.5 cup Mandarin Oranges Drained.
Optional Glaze
  • 0.25 cup Apricot Jam or Apple Jelly Adds shine and moisture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.
  5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough into a 12-14 inch circle.
  8. Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  10. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  11. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled crust.
  12. Arrange the fresh fruits artistically on top of the frosting.
  13. Brush with melted jam for optional glaze.
  14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  15. Slice and serve the fruit pizza.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing and a tender crust. Customize fruits based on season for freshness.

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