Delightful Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza
This Delightful Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza combines a chewy, buttery sugar cookie crust with a luscious cream cheese spread and a vibrant assortment of fresh fruits. Topped with a light orange marmalade glaze, this dessert is not only beautiful but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for summer gatherings, parties, or a sweet treat after dinner, this dessert will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Serve chilled for a refreshing experience that highlights seasonal fruits at their best. Original recipe from Kelsey Nixon on the Cooking Channel.
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Servings
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Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
nonstick cooking spray
as needed (for greasing the pan)
all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (whisked)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (whisked with flour)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (whisked with flour and added pinch for cream cheese spread)
unsalted butter
8 tablespoons (softened)
granulated sugar
1/2 cup (creamed with butter)
light brown sugar
1/4 cup (creamed with butter)
large egg
1 (beaten into the mixture)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (added to dough and 1.5 teaspoons for cream cheese spread)
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (softened for spreading)
confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup (sifted and mixed into cream cheese)
lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon (fresh zest for flavor)
orange marmalade
2 tablespoons (used for glaze)
herbes de Provence
1/2 teaspoon (added to warming glaze)
blueberries
1 cup (fresh, for topping)
sliced kiwi
1 cup (fresh, for topping)
sliced nectarine
1 cup (fresh, for topping)
raspberries
1 cup (fresh, for topping)
sliced strawberries
1 cup (fresh, for topping)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 10- to 12-inch tart or pizza pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
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3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy using a handheld mixer.
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4. Beat in one large egg and one teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter until just combined, taking care not to overmix. If the dough is too sticky, dust your hands with flour before handling.
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6. Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared pan, ensuring it covers the base. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
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7. In a large mixing bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, remaining 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
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8. Once cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the sugar cookie crust.
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9. Prepare the glaze by combining the orange marmalade, two tablespoons of water, and herbes de Provence in a small skillet. Heat over medium until warmed and loosened, stirring occasionally.
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10. Arrange your choice of fresh fruits (blueberries, sliced kiwi, nectarine slices, raspberries, and sliced strawberries) beautifully over the cream cheese spread.
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11. Gently brush the fruit with the warm glaze to add shine and enhance flavor.
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12. Slice into 8 equal pieces and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing treat.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delightful Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza?
This dessert combines a chewy, buttery sugar cookie crust with a luscious cream cheese spread and a vibrant assortment of fresh fruits.
What type of crust does this recipe use?
It uses a homemade buttery sugar cookie crust.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does the sugar cookie crust take to bake?
The crust takes about 10 to 12 minutes to bake until the edges are lightly golden.
What size pan is recommended for this recipe?
A 10- to 12-inch tart or pizza pan is recommended.
How do I prepare the pan?
Lightly spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray before pressing in the dough.
What dry ingredients are used for the cookie crust?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
How do I mix the cookie dough?
Cream the butter and sugars, beat in the egg and vanilla, then gradually add the whisked flour mixture.
What should I do if the cookie dough is too sticky?
Dust your hands with flour before handling the dough to make it easier to press into the pan.
Does the crust need to cool before adding toppings?
Yes, allow the crust to cool completely in the pan before adding the cream cheese mixture.
What ingredients are in the cream cheese spread?
The spread consists of cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
How do I prepare the cream cheese topping?
Whip the ingredients together in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
What adds a citrus note to the cream cheese spread?
Fresh lemon zest is added to the cream cheese mixture for flavor.
How do I make the fruit glaze?
Heat orange marmalade, water, and herbes de Provence in a small skillet until warmed and loosened.
What is the purpose of the glaze?
The glaze adds shine to the fruit and enhances its overall flavor.
Which fruits are recommended for this fruit pizza?
Recommended fruits include blueberries, sliced kiwi, nectarine slices, raspberries, and sliced strawberries.
Can I use different types of fruit?
Yes, you can use any vibrant assortment of seasonal fresh fruits you prefer.
What is the secret ingredient in the glaze?
Herbes de Provence is used in the orange marmalade glaze for a unique flavor profile.
How many slices does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 8 equal slices.
How should I serve the fruit pizza?
Serve it immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for a refreshing treat.
Is the butter used in the dough salted or unsalted?
The recipe calls for 8 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter.
What kind of sugar is used for the cream cheese mixture?
Confectioners' sugar is used to sweeten the cream cheese spread.
Who is the original creator of this recipe?
The original recipe is from Kelsey Nixon on the Cooking Channel.
What tools do I need for the topping?
A large mixing bowl and a whisk or mixer are needed to whip the cream cheese spread.
Can I make the dough by hand?
Yes, though a handheld mixer is recommended for creaming the butter and sugar until fluffy.
What type of flour is required?
The recipe requires 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Is brown sugar used in the crust?
Yes, 1/4 cup of light brown sugar is used in addition to granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is needed in total?
The recipe uses 2.5 teaspoons of vanilla: 1 for the dough and 1.5 for the spread.
Can I store the leftovers?
Yes, the fruit pizza should be kept chilled in the refrigerator.
What makes this a good summer dessert?
It uses fresh seasonal fruits and is served chilled, making it very refreshing.