Description
This vibrant Fruit Pizza recipe features a soft, buttery cookie crust topped with a creamy blend of cream cheese and Greek yogurt, finished with a colorful assortment of fresh fruits. Perfect as a refreshing and visually appealing dessert for any occasion, this recipe combines delicious flavors and balanced textures that are sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Cookie Crust
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (spoon and level)
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Fruit Topping and Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (nonfat or 2%)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh Strawberries (sliced)
- Fresh Kiwi (sliced)
- Fresh Blueberries
- Fresh Peaches (sliced)
- Fresh Raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, use a hand-held mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Slowly mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until the dough forms. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan to prevent sticking. Press the chilled cookie dough evenly into the pan, shaping it into a smooth, circular crust. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the edges turn a very light golden brown. Remove from oven and let the crust cool completely.
- Make the Creamy Frosting: In a medium bowl, use a mixer with a whisk attachment to combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and spreadable. Spread this frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust. Place the assembled pizza in the refrigerator to chill and firm up the topping.
- Decorate with Fresh Fruit: Once the frosting is firm, decorate the fruit pizza with an assortment of fresh fruits. Arrange sliced strawberries, kiwi, peaches, and whole blueberries and raspberries in a visually appealing pattern over the creamy layer. Slice into 12 pieces and serve chilled for a delightful dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth texture.
- Feel free to use any seasonal fresh fruits as toppings based on availability and preference.
- Chilling the dough and frosting helps maintain structure and makes spreading and decorating easier.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
