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    Home » Recipes » Baking & Desserts

    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Published: Sep 3, 2023 by Jeri Walker · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Glazed fruit pizza on a sugar cookie crust on a wooden table.
    Glazed fruit pizza on a sugar cookie crust on a wooden table.
    Glazed fruit pizza on a sugar cookie crust on a wooden table.

    Indulge in this delectable Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza, adorned with dreamy cream cheese frosting and generously topped with a medley of your favorite fruits; all drizzled with an irresistible glaze. This heavenly treat makes the perfect summer dessert! It’s so good you’ll want to make it for every occasion—or no occasion at all!

    Sugar cookie fruit pizza with cream cheese frosting and fruit juice glaze on a wooden table. this …

    This easy fruit pizza combines a soft sugar cookie crust with a sweet cream cheese frosting layer topped off with fresh, juicy fruit. And that's not all. A light glaze is poured over top for the perfect finish.

    The best part is you can use any fruit you have on hand. Fresh, canned, whatever you have.

    And the best part is that it is so easy to put together. Yes, I'm talking very easy.

    Whether you're hosting a summer picnic, celebrating special occasions, or simply craving something sweet and fruity, this treat will be an instant favorite.

    I was given a fruit pizza like this on my birthday one year by a co-worker (nicest person ever - right?) and it made my day. It was so light and fruity - I didn't even feel like I was indulging!

    Try my Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars and Strawberry Cheesecake Snack Bars for more sweet treats!

    Jump to:
    • ❤️ Why You Will Love This Recipe
    • 🥧 Ingredient Notes + Substitutions
    • 🍓 How To Make Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza With Cream Cheese Frosting
    • 💭 Expert Tips
    • 🍏 Variations
    • 📖 Recipe FAQs
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 More Dessert Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You Will Love This Recipe

    • Versatile: You can customize the toppings based on your preferences or what's in season. Use a variety of fresh fruits like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, or peaches.
    • Perfect Flavor: The sweetness of the sugar cookie base and the glaze pair perfectly with the tangy cream cheese frosting.
    • Eye-Catching Presentation: The colorful array of fresh fruits arranged on top of the cream cheese frosting creates an eye-catching presentation that is sure to impress your guests.
    • Simple to Make: I know it doesn't look it, but this recipe is fairly easy, making it ideal for busy people who want to whip up a delicious dessert without spending too much time in the kitchen.
    • Great for Parties: Sugar cookie fruit pizza is perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to share a crowd-pleasing dessert. Its vibrant colors and delicious taste make it a favorite on any dessert table.
    • Kid-Friendly: Children will love this sweet treat - and it's a fun way to introduce them to different varieties of fresh fruits!
    • Best Summer Dessert: With an abundance of fresh fruits available during the summer months, this recipe is a great way to enjoy seasonal flavors.

    🥧 Ingredient Notes + Substitutions

    Ingredients for fruit pizza with cream cheese frosting measured out and placed in bowls on a wooden table.
    • Sugar cookie dough. I made homemade sugar cookie dough using all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, sour cream, an egg, and vanilla extract. You can also use pre-made sugar cookie dough if you want to make it even easier.
    • For the Cream Cheese Base: Cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Take out the cream cheese ahead of time and leave it at room temperature to soften.
    • For the Fruit Juice Glaze: Fruit juice. I used apple juice, but you can also use white grape juice or pineapple juice. You will also need some granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. I do not recommend orange juice.
    • Fresh Fruits Topping: A mix of your favorite fruits (fresh berries, kiwis, peaches, mandarin oranges, or any seasonal fruit). You can use any type of fruit you have on hand. I used fresh strawberries, blueberries, peaches, and kiwi.

    See the printable recipe card for quantities and a complete list of ingredients.

    🍓 How To Make Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Step 1: Preparing the Sugar Cookie Base

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a pizza pan or a tart pan with a bit of butter or cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

    In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You can use a hand mixer or a stand mixer for this.

    Add the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until everything is well combined.

    Gradually add the flour and the salt to the wet mixture. Mix until the dough forms and all the ingredients are fully mixed.

    The ingredients for the sugar cookie base in a large mixing bowl.
    The cookie dough mixed until combined in a large bowl.

    Transfer the dough to the prepared pizza pan, tart pan, cake pan, or baking dish. Spread it in an even layer with a spatula, making sure to cover the entire surface. Spread the dough up the side of the dish if you can. Don't worry, the dough is supposed to be very soft and easy to spread.

    The sugar cookie dough in a greased tart pan.
    A spatula spreading the dough into the tart pan.

    Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Keep an eye on it to prevent over-baking. Once done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely.

    The cookie dough after it is spread in the tart pan.
    The cookie dough base after it is cooked when the edges start to turn a golden brown.

    Step 2: Make The Cream Cheese Base

    In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. You can use an electric mixer or a stand mixer.

    Add in the vanilla extract and mix again until well combined.

    The cream cheese in a bowl with powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
    The cream cheese frosting after it is whipped and combined.

    Step 3: Make The Fruit Juice Glaze

    In a small saucepan, combine the fruit juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.

    Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes. Keep stirring until the glaze thickens to a syrupy consistency.

    Remove the glaze from the heat and let it cool completely.

    The fruit juice glaze ingredients in a small saucepan.

    Step 4: Assemble the Fruit Pizza

    Now comes the fun part! Take your cooled crust and carefully spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.

    The cream cheese frosting on the cooled cookie crust.
    The cream cheese spread evenly on the cookie crust, leaving a border around the pie.

    Next up, the fruit! Time to get creative! Arrange the colorful fruit on top of the cream cheese layer in any pattern you like. You can make circles, and stripes, or just go wild and random with it - it's your masterpiece!

    A layer of fresh strawberries arranged on top of the cream cheese layer.
    All of the fruit arranged on top of the cream cheese layer.

    Once you've placed all the fruits, spoon the fruit juice glaze onto the surface. Spread it evenly with the back of the spoon, leaving a small border around the edges. The glaze will glisten, adding an extra layer of sweetness.

    Then, pop your delicious creation into the refrigerator for 30 - 60 minutes to let the glaze set.

    The glaze being poured directly on top of the prepared fruit pizza.
    The fruit pizza with glaze covering the entire top of the dessert.

    Step 4: Cut And Serve

    After chilling, slice it up like a regular pizza and serve it to your family and friends.

    And that's all there is to it!

    Enjoy!

    Half of the fruit pizza with glaze on the sugar cookie crust.

    💭 Expert Tips

    • Make it Mini: This recipe can easily be adapted into mini fruit pizzas or even fruit pizza cookies. Same steps, just bite-sized fun.
    • Add-ons: To go above and beyond, consider adding white chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cinnamon over your freshly arranged fruit for an extra layer of flavor.
    • Storage: If, by some miracle you have any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or on the pizza pan covered with plastic wrap. It is just as good the next day!
    • Let it Cool: Make sure to let both the sugar cookie base and cream cheese frosting cool completely before assembling. This will prevent any melting or sliding off.
    • Fruit: Use fresh and ripe fruits in various shapes, like slices, wedges, or berries.
    • Slicing: To make slicing easier and neater, run a sharp knife under hot water before each cut and wipe it clean in between slices.

    🍏 Variations

    • Patriotic Flag Pizza: Prepare the sugar cookie base as above, but spread it into a 9 x 13 baking dish or sheet pan. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top. Arrange fresh blueberries in the upper left corner to create the stars section. Use sliced strawberries or raspberries to form alternating rows of stripes. Top with glaze and chill.
    • Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle toasted nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pecans, or pistachios on top of the cream cheese frosting for added crunch.
    • Caramel Apple Crisp: Top the cream cheese frosting with thinly sliced apples cooked in caramel sauce for an irresistible caramel apple-inspired variation.
    • Nutella Peanut Butter Twist: Substitute cream cheese frosting with a mixture of Nutella and peanut butter for an indulgent twist that chocoholics will love.

    📖 Recipe FAQs

    Can I use store-bought sugar cookie dough instead of making it from scratch?

    You can use store-bought sugar cookie dough if you prefer a quicker and easier option. Just follow the instructions on the package for baking.

    Can I make the sugar cookie fruit pizza ahead of time?

    Yes! You can prepare the sugar cookie base and cream cheese frosting ahead of time. Store them separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. About an hour before serving, assemble with fresh fruits and top it with glaze.

    How long will the sugar cookie fruit pizza stay fresh?

    The sugar cookie fruit pizza is best enjoyed within 1-2 days of assembly. After that, the cookie base may become soft from absorbing moisture from the fruits.

    Can I add chocolate drizzle or other toppings to enhance the flavor?

    Absolutely! You can add extra toppings like chocolate drizzle, caramel sauce, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or chopped nuts to customize your sugar cookie fruit pizza.

    Can I use a different frosting instead of cream cheese?

    While cream cheese frosting complements the flavors of the sugar cookie and fruits well, if you prefer a different frosting, you can use vanilla buttercream or whipped cream instead.

    Can I use a different type of pan instead of a pizza or tart pan?

    Yes! You can use any round baking dish or even a rectangular baking sheet if that's what you have on hand. Just ensure that it has enough surface area to accommodate the cookie dough.

    The fruit pizza on a wooden table ready to be served.

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    Sugar cookie fruit pizza with cream cheese frosting and fruit juice glaze on a wooden table.

    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Indulge in this delectable Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza, adorned with dreamy cream cheese frosting and generously topped with a medley of your favorite fruits, all drizzled with an irresistible glaze. This heavenly treat makes the perfect summer dessert! It’s so good you’ll want to make it for every occasion—or no occasion at all!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Chill Time: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 10 people
    Calories: 287kcal
    Author: Jeri Walker
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    Ingredients

    For the Fruit Pizza Base

    • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    For the Cream Cheese Base

    • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Fresh Fruit Topping

    • a mix of your favorite fruits (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, mandarin oranges, or any seasonal fruit)

    For the Fruit Juice Glaze

    • 1 cup clear fruit juice (apple, pineapple, white grape)
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

    Instructions

    Prepare the Sugar Cookie Base

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a pizza pan or a tart pan with a bit of butter or cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
      ½ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup granulated sugar
    • Add the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
      ¼ cup sour cream, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until the dough forms and all ingredients are fully mixed. The dough will be very soft.
      1½ cups all-purpose flour, ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • Transfer the dough to the prepared pizza pan, tart pan, cake pan, or baking dish. Spread it evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface. Try to bring the dough up the sides a bit if you can.
    • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

    Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

    • In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or stand mixer.
      1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar
    • Add the vanilla extract and mix again until well combined.
      1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Make the Fruit Juice Glaze

    • In a small saucepan, combine the fruit juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
      1 cup clear fruit juice, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring until the glaze thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.

    Assemble the Fruit Pizza

    • Take the cooled crust and evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over it, leaving a small border around the edges.
    • Arrange the colorful fruit on top of the cream cheese layer in any pattern you like.
      a mix of your favorite fruits (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, mandarin oranges, or any seasonal fruit)
    • Spoon the fruit juice glaze over the fruit, spreading it evenly.
    • Refrigerate the pizza for 30-60 minutes to let the glaze set.

    Cut and Serve

    • After chilling, slice the pizza like a regular pizza and serve.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Nutritional information is approximate and is meant as a guideline only.
    Expert Tips:
    • Make it Mini: This recipe can easily be adapted into mini fruit pizzas or even fruit pizza cookies. Same steps, just bite-sized fun.
    • Add-ons: To go above and beyond, consider adding white chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cinnamon over your freshly arranged fruit for an extra layer of flavor.
    • Let it Cool: Make sure to let both the sugar cookie base and cream cheese frosting cool completely before assembling. This will prevent any melting or sliding off.
    • Fruit: Use fresh and ripe fruits in various shapes, like slices, wedges, or berries.
    • Slicing: To make slicing easier and neater, run a sharp knife under hot water before each cut and wipe it clean in between slices.
    • Storage: If, by some miracle you have any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or on the pizza pan covered with plastic wrap. It is just as good the next day!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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