Citrus-Glazed Fruit Tart Pizza
A delightful twist on traditional fruit pizza, this Citrus-Glazed Fruit Tart Pizza features a buttery sugar cookie base topped with smooth cream cheese and an array of vibrant fruits such as kiwi, strawberries, peaches, bananas, and blueberries. Finished with a tangy orange glaze, this treat is perfect for summer gatherings or brightening up any occasion with its colorful presentation. Easy to make and delightful to share, this dessert will be a crowd-pleaser among family and friends.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
refrigerated sugar cookie dough
18 ounces (slice into 1/4" pieces)
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
kiwi
2 (peeled and sliced)
strawberries
1 cup (hulled and sliced)
peaches
2 (sliced)
bananas
2 (sliced)
blueberries
1/2 cup (washed)
orange juice
1/2 cup (freshly squeezed)
lemon juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
water
1/2 cup
sugar
3/4 cup
cornstarch
2 tablespoons (dissolved in water)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven according to the sugar cookie dough package instructions.
2
Grease a round pizza pan generously to ensure easy removal of the cookie base.
3
Slice the sugar cookie dough into 1/4" thick pieces and arrange them on the pan. Overlap the edges slightly and press down to form a smooth, even crust across the base of the pan.
4
Bake the cookie crust as per package instructions or until golden brown. Let it cool completely once removed from the oven.
5
While the cookie base is cooling, prepare the mixed fruit. Peel, hull, and slice the kiwi, strawberries, peaches, and bananas as needed. Wash the blueberries and set aside.
6
Once the cookie base is cooled, spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the entire crust.
7
Arrange your selection of sliced fruits over the cream cheese in a visually appealing pattern. Be creative with your arrangement!
8
For the citrus glaze, combine orange juice, lemon juice, water, sugar, and dissolved cornstarch in a saucepan over low heat.
9
Stir the mixture until it thickens into a glossy glaze. Allow it to cool completely before using it.
10
Pour or brush the cooled glaze evenly over the arranged fruit to give it a glossy finish.
11
Refrigerate the fruit pizza for several hours to allow the flavors to meld and the glaze to set.
12
Slice into wedges and serve chilled. Enjoy your vibrant and flavorful Citrus-Glazed Fruit Tart Pizza!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus-Glazed Fruit Tart Pizza?
It is a colorful dessert featuring a sugar cookie crust, a cream cheese layer, fresh fruits, and a tangy orange glaze.
What type of crust is used for this fruit pizza?
The recipe uses 18 ounces of refrigerated sugar cookie dough sliced into 1/4 inch pieces.
How do I prepare the cookie dough base?
Slice the dough, overlap the edges on a greased pizza pan, and press down to form a smooth, even crust.
Does the pizza pan need to be greased?
Yes, grease the pan generously to ensure the cookie base can be removed easily after baking.
How long should I bake the cookie crust?
Bake according to the package instructions or until the crust is golden brown.
What should I do after the crust is baked?
Remove it from the oven and let it cool completely before adding any toppings.
What ingredients are needed for the cream cheese layer?
You will need 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What specific fruits are recommended for this tart?
The recipe calls for kiwi, strawberries, peaches, bananas, and blueberries.
How should the kiwi be prepared?
The kiwis should be peeled and sliced.
How should the strawberries be prepared?
The strawberries should be hulled and sliced.
How many peaches are used in this recipe?
The recipe requires 2 peaches, which should be sliced.
How many bananas are needed for the topping?
The recipe uses 2 sliced bananas.
How should the blueberries be prepared?
You should use 1/2 cup of washed blueberries.
What are the components of the citrus glaze?
The glaze is made from orange juice, lemon juice, water, sugar, and cornstarch.
How much orange juice is used in the glaze?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
How much lemon juice is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How do I make the glaze thick?
Combine the ingredients in a saucepan over low heat and stir until the mixture thickens into a glossy glaze.
What is the role of cornstarch in the glaze?
Cornstarch acts as a thickening agent; it should be dissolved in water before being added to the saucepan.
Should the glaze be hot when applied to the fruit?
No, allow the glaze to cool completely before pouring or brushing it over the fruit.
How do I assemble the fruit on the pizza?
Spread the cream cheese over the cooled crust and then arrange the sliced fruits in a visually appealing pattern.
How do I apply the glaze to the fruit?
You can either pour or brush the cooled glaze evenly over the arranged fruit for a glossy finish.
Does the fruit pizza need to be refrigerated?
Yes, refrigerate it for several hours to allow the flavors to meld and the glaze to set.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to provide 6 servings.
How should I serve the Citrus-Glazed Fruit Tart Pizza?
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve it chilled.
Is this recipe suitable for summer gatherings?
Yes, its vibrant colors and refreshing citrus flavor make it perfect for summer occasions.
Can I use a different type of cookie dough?
While the recipe specifies sugar cookie dough, you could experiment with others, though sugar cookie provides the traditional base.
How much sugar is in the glaze?
The glaze requires 3/4 cup of sugar.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 12 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is the cream cheese sweetened in this recipe?
The recipe uses plain softened cream cheese, as the cookie base and glaze provide the sweetness.
What makes the fruit pizza look professional?
The glossy finish from the citrus glaze and the creative arrangement of vibrant fruits give it a professional look.