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A beautifully sliced fruit pizza on a white platter, topped with cream cheese frosting, fresh berries, kiwi, and oranges.

Colorful Fruit Pizza

A vibrant and refreshing dessert featuring a soft, chewy cookie crust, a creamy lemon-kissed cream cheese frosting, and a rainbow of fresh, seasonal fruit. It's a show-stopping treat perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest from 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional, for tang
For the Fruit Topping
  • 1 cup strawberries sliced
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 2 kiwi peeled and sliced
  • 1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges drained, or 2 fresh mandarins, segmented
  • 1/2 cup green grapes halved
  • 1/2 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup clear fruit glaze optional, for shine

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (handheld or stand)
  • 12-inch pizza pan or round baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Prepare the Cookie Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until they are well combined into the butter mixture.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed with the electric mixer until just combined and a soft cookie dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Press the cookie dough evenly onto the prepared pizza pan, forming a circle. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center appears set. Avoid overbaking, as the crust will continue to firm up as it cools. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the pan on a wire rack before proceeding.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. While the crust cools, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, beating until it is fully incorporated and the frosting is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and the optional fresh lemon juice.
  3. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for another 1-2 minutes until the frosting becomes light and fluffy.
Assemble the Colorful Fruit Pizza
  1. Once the cookie crust is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the crust. You can leave a small border around the edge for a classic pizza look, or spread it to the very edge.
  2. Artistically arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, kiwi slices, drained mandarin oranges, halved green grapes, and raspberries over the cream cheese frosting. Feel free to create patterns or simply spread the colors vibrantly!
  3. If using, gently brush or drizzle the clear fruit glaze over the arranged fruit. This adds a beautiful shine and helps to keep the fruit fresh longer.
  4. Chill the Colorful Fruit Pizza in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the frosting to set up nicely.

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use fresh, ripe seasonal fruits. Feel free to customize the fruit topping with your favorites like pineapple chunks, blackberries, or sliced peaches. For optimal freshness, assemble the fruit pizza no more than a few hours before serving. Store any leftover fruit pizza, covered tightly, in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.