Kitchen Moxy

Perfect for summer get-togethers, this dazzling fruit pizza steals the show and won’t stress you out in the kitchen. Pick fruits that slice and bite easily—think juicy but not soggy—and choose varieties that stay bright instead of browning. Mix colors and shapes for a playful, eye-catching layout: berries, sliced peaches, kiwi, strawberries, bananas, mandarin segments and a dollop of passion fruit all work wonders. Gently press each piece into the cream cheese layer so it stays put while you admire your masterpiece. The mix of textures and flavors keeps every bite exciting, from the creamy base to the burst of fresh fruit. For the best crunch and visual pop, assemble the fruit pizza the same day you serve it. Invite friends, let everyone grab a slice, and watch the compliments roll in—this is one dessert that looks as fun as it tastes!

Ingredients

• 1 package (18oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 8-oz package of cream cheese
• ¼ cup of sour cream
• 1-1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract

For Glaze

• 1 cup of clear fruit juice such as apple or white grape juice
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Process

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Unroll the refrigerated sugar cookie dough.
3. Begin flattening out the dough onto a 12” pizza pan, or 9″ x 13″ baking pan with raised edges.
4. Work the dough until it is spread out to the outer edges of the pan.
5. Bake until lightly brown, about 12 – 15 minutes.
6. Remove from oven, allow it to cool completely

Filling

1. With an electric mixer, in a medium bowl combine sugar and egg, beat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add cream cheese, sour cream and vanilla, beat until creamy. Add more sour cream if filling is too stiff to spread.
3. Spread filling on cookie crust.
4. Start in the center of the pizza and arrange the fruit outward in a circle or create any pattern you like.

Glaze

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add fruit juice, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then cook, stirring constantly, until glaze is thick (should stick to back of a spoon), about 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Remove saucepan from heat and allow glaze to cool while assembling fruit pizza.
3. Pour fruit juice glaze on top of fruit pizza, making sure to cover all of fruit
4. Refrigerate glazed fruit pizza for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Perfect for any summer gathering, this impressive dessert is sure to wow your guests. This dazzling fruit pizza is a summer showstopper—and surprisingly easy to make!

Choosing the right fruit for a fruit pizza is important for both appearance and taste. The fruit should be soft enough to cut and bite easily, but not too watery. It should also resist browning to keep the pizza looking fresh. To make the presentation attractive, select fruits that vary in color and shape. When placing the fruit on the cream cheese layer, press gently to help it stick. Popular options include different berries, sliced peaches, bananas, canned mandarin oranges, strawberries, kiwi, and passion fruit. These fruits not only look appealing but also add a variety of flavors, making fruit pizza more delicious and visually attractive.

For the best texture and presentation, fruit pizza is best made the same day it’s served.

Crust
1 package (18oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough

Preheat oven to 350°F.

1. Unroll the refrigerated sugar cookie dough.
2. Crumble dough into a 12” pizza pan, or 9″ x 13″ baking pan with raised edges.
3. Work the dough until it is spread out to the outer edges of the pan.
4. Bake until lightly brown, about 10 – 12 minutes. Remove from oven, cool completely.

Filling

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 8oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/4 cup of sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Glaze

Jelly: is used as a glaze for the fruit, it protects it from drying out or turning brown as well as giving it a healthy shine.

• ½ cup of apple jelly, apricot jelly, orange marmalade or peach jelly make great options for glazing the fruit. Apple jelly is clear, allowing the fruit to stand out. Orange marmalade compliments the flavors of the fruit beneath.

Process

1. With an electric mixer, in a medium bowl combine sugar and egg, beat until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add cream cheese, sour cream and vanilla, beat until creamy. Add more sour cream if filling is too stiff to spread.
3. Spread filling on cookie crust.
4. Beginning in the center of the pizza begin adding fruit in a circular fashion until it fills the crust.
5. Stir the jelly or marmalade until smooth and use a pastry brush or spoon spread on top of fruit. Note: if jelly or marmalade won’t smooth out by stirring, microwave for 20 seconds.
6. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.