Best Fruit Pizza (Recipe & Video)

I made a fruit pizza homemade crust that’s both inviting and playful. The soft sugar cookie base melds with a delicate cream cheese topping sweetened with confectioners sugar and vanilla. I layered sliced strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, and raspberries over it, creating a vibrant and irresistible treat. Every bite sparks pure delight.

Hey everyone, I’m excited to share one of my all-time favorites – a Best Fruit Pizza that totally elevates dessert time. I’ve been playing around with a sugar cookie crust made with 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg and a dash of vanilla extract, and let me tell you, it’s a game changer.

I whip up a cream cheese topping using 4 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, a splash of vanilla extract and 1 or 2 tablespoons of milk to get that perfect spreadable consistency. Then, you top it off with a medley of sliced strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries and even a few grapes if you’re up for it.

This whole creation is one of those dessert pizzas from scratch that not only looks amazing but tastes even better. Give it a try and prepare to be amazed by a fruit tart with a sugar cookie crust that’s both fun and easy to make.

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I love how the cookie crust comes out soft but still a bit crunchy, it gives the pizza a really unique texture that i just can’t get enough of.
2. The cream cheese topping is so creamy and sweet, and it mixes really well with the crunchy crust and fresh fruit on top.
3. I really dig how colorful the whole thing looks – it always makes me feel like i’m treating myself even on a busy day.
4. I also like that its not too hard to put together, so even when i’m in a rush i can still whip up this tasty dessert.

Ingredients

• Unsalted Butter: It gives the crust a rich buttery taste and makes it tender.
• Granulated Sugar: This sugar brings a sweet kick and helps the cookie keep its shape.
• Egg: Adds protein and binds dough to get the right, fluffy texture.
• Cream Cheese: Offers tangy creaminess that contrasts nicely with the cookie sweetness.
• Fresh Fruits: Provide vitamins, fiber and natural sugars with bright, cheerful colors.

Ingredient Quantities

• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1 large egg (room temperature)
• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• Sugar Cookie Crust: 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Cream Cheese Topping: 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• Cream Cheese Topping: 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
• Cream Cheese Topping: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cream Cheese Topping: 1-2 tablespoons milk
• Fruit Topping: Assorted fresh fruits like about 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1-2 peeled and sliced kiwis, 1 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup raspberries, and grapes if you want ’em

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.

2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until its light and fluffy.

3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Gradually mix in 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt until a dough forms. It might be a little sticky but thats fine.

5. Press the dough evenly onto the bottom of a pizza pan lined with parchment paper and pop it in the oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until its lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely on a rack.

6. In another bowl, whip together 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until its super smooth.

7. Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of milk a little at a time until the cream cheese topping is spreadable.

8. Once the sugar cookie crust has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly all over it.

9. Now top your pizza with around 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1-2 sliced and peeled kiwis, 1 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup raspberries, and some grapes if you want.

10. Chill the fruit pizza for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serve it up and enjoy your colorful treat!

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated oven (set to 350°F)
2. Large mixing bowl (for creaming butter and sugar)
3. Mixing bowl for the cream cheese topping
4. Electric or hand mixer (to beat ingredients)
5. Measuring cups and spoons (to get the right ingredient amounts)
6. Pizza pan lined with parchment paper
7. Cooling rack (to let the cookie crust cool)
8. Spatula (for mixing and spreading the cream cheese)
9. Knife (for slicing the fruits)

FAQ

Best Fruit Pizza (Recipe & Video) Substitutions and Variations

• Sugar Cookie Crust: If you dont have unsalted butter, try using margarine or coconut oil instead
• Sugar Cookie Crust: You can substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar or even coconut sugar if you have it
• Sugar Cookie Crust: Instead of an egg, mix 1 tablespoon of flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water to make a flax egg for vegan options
• Cream Cheese Topping: If cream cheese is hard to find, mascarpone cheese or full-fat Greek yogurt works pretty well as a replacement
• Fruit Topping: Feel free to switch up the fresh fruits with seasonal choices like mango or pineapple when strawberries and kiwis arent available

Pro Tips

1. Make sure all your ingredients like the butter, egg, and cream cheese are at room temperature so they mix better and you dont get crunchy bits in your dough or topping.
2. Dont overwork the dough when you’re mixing in the flour cause it can turn your crust tough after baking, try to mix just enough until its combined.
3. Let the sugar cookie crust cool completely before you spread the cream cheese on it. If its too warm, the cream cheese might melt and mix with the crust weirdly.
4. When you slice up the fruits, be careful not to cut them too small so they dont turn into a mushy mess on the pizza. Experiment with different arrangements so you get a good balance of colors and flavors.