Seasonal Fruit Delight Pizza
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our Seasonal Fruit Delight Pizza! This delightful dessert combines a sweet, buttery sugar cookie crust with a luscious cream cheese and lemon curd spread, topped generously with a colorful assortment of fresh fruits. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or looking for a fun way to impress at a picnic, this recipe is sure to bring smiles all around. Quick and easy to prepare, it showcases the best of seasonal fruits, making it both visually appealing and delicious. Don't forget to brush the fruits with a glossy red currant jelly to add a touch of sweetness and shine! Enjoy it chilled for the perfect refreshing treat on a warm day.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lemon curd
10 ounces (Prepared, store-bought or homemade.)
Red currant jelly
To taste (Softened for brushing on fruit.)
Refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 (16 ounce) package (Stored in the refrigerator.)
Cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (Softened at room temperature.)
Almond extract
1/2 teaspoon (Pure or imitation.)
Peach
1 cup, sliced (Fresh, ripe peach.)
Fresh strawberries
2 cups, quartered (Rinse and hull the strawberries.)
Blueberries
1 cup (Fresh, rinsed.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Take the refrigerated sugar cookie dough and press it evenly onto a 14-inch pizza pan, ensuring it's flat and covers the surface well.
3
Bake the cookie crust in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes or until it's lightly browned. Once baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and lemon curd. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the almond extract and mix until well incorporated.
5
Spread the cream cheese and lemon curd mixture evenly over the cooled cookie crust, making sure to cover the entire surface.
6
Prepare your fruits by slicing the peach and quartering the strawberries. Arrange the sliced peach, strawberries, and blueberries artistically on top of the cream cheese mixture.
7
In a small bowl, soften the red currant jelly by stirring it vigorously until it becomes smooth and pourable. Brush the softened jelly over the arranged fruits to add flavor and a beautiful glossy finish.
8
Cover the dessert pizza with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld and to set.
9
After chilling, slice into wedges and serve cold. Enjoy this delightful fruity dessert!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Seasonal Fruit Delight Pizza?
It is a dessert pizza made with a sugar cookie crust, a lemon curd and cream cheese base, and topped with fresh seasonal fruits like peaches, strawberries, and blueberries.
What type of crust is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses a 16-ounce package of refrigerated sugar cookie dough to create a sweet, buttery crust.
At what temperature should the oven be set for the crust?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) before baking the cookie dough.
How long does the sugar cookie crust need to bake?
The crust should be baked for approximately 8 minutes or until it is lightly browned.
What size pizza pan is recommended?
A 14-inch pizza pan is recommended to ensure the dough is pressed flat and covers the surface evenly.
What ingredients make up the creamy spread?
The spread is a combination of 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 10 ounces of lemon curd, and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract.
Do I need to cool the crust before adding the toppings?
Yes, you must allow the cookie crust to cool completely after baking before spreading the cream cheese and lemon curd mixture.
What fruits are included in this Seasonal Fruit Delight Pizza?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sliced peaches, 2 cups of quartered strawberries, and 1 cup of fresh blueberries.
How should the strawberries be prepared?
The strawberries should be rinsed, hulled, and quartered before being arranged on the pizza.
What is the purpose of the red currant jelly?
The red currant jelly is used as a glaze to add extra sweetness and a beautiful glossy finish to the fresh fruit.
How do you soften the red currant jelly for brushing?
Place the jelly in a small bowl and stir it vigorously until it becomes smooth and pourable.
Is the lemon curd store-bought or homemade?
You can use either a 10-ounce jar of prepared store-bought lemon curd or your own homemade version.
Should the cream cheese be softened before mixing?
Yes, for a smooth and creamy texture, ensure the 8-ounce package of cream cheese is softened at room temperature.
Can I use imitation almond extract?
Yes, the recipe allows for either pure or imitation almond extract.
How should the peach be prepared?
Use a fresh, ripe peach and slice it into pieces suitable for arranging on top of the pizza.
How long should the fruit pizza chill before serving?
It is recommended to cover the pizza with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for several hours.
Why is chilling the pizza necessary?
Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and helps the toppings set for easier slicing.
How do I serve the Seasonal Fruit Delight Pizza?
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve it cold directly from the refrigerator.
Is this a good recipe for summer gatherings?
Yes, its vibrant colors and refreshing chilled fruit make it an ideal choice for summer picnics and parties.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients: lemon curd, red currant jelly, sugar cookie dough, cream cheese, almond extract, peaches, strawberries, and blueberries.
What tool should I use to blend the cream cheese mixture?
You can use either an electric mixer or a manual whisk to blend the cream cheese and lemon curd until smooth.
Can I use different types of fruit?
Yes, while the recipe suggests peaches and berries, you can use any variety of seasonal fresh fruit you prefer.
How do I arrange the fruit on the pizza?
Arrange the sliced fruit artistically over the cream cheese mixture to create a visually appealing design.
What makes the fruit stay glossy?
Brushing the fruit with softened red currant jelly provides the glossy finish.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is designed to be quick to prepare using refrigerated dough and pre-made curd.
What is the primary flavor profile of the topping?
The topping has a tangy and citrusy flavor from the lemon curd, balanced by the richness of the cream cheese and a hint of almond.
Can I store leftovers?
Yes, any leftovers should be covered and kept in the refrigerator to keep the fruit fresh and the crust firm.
Is the sugar cookie dough baked or raw?
The sugar cookie dough is baked for 8 minutes to form a solid, cooked crust before any toppings are added.
Can I use frozen blueberries?
Fresh blueberries are recommended to prevent color bleeding and to maintain the best texture on the chilled pizza.
How many cups of strawberries are used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of fresh, quartered strawberries.