Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Beautiful and colorful presentation
Perfect summer dessert
Easy to customize with seasonal fruit
Great for parties and gatherings
Make-ahead friendly
Soft sugar cookie crust
Light, fresh, and refreshing

Ingredients

For the Sugar Cookie Crust

½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Fruit Topping

Choose a colorful assortment:

1 cup strawberries, sliced
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
½ cup blueberries
½ cup raspberries
1 mandarin orange, segmented
½ cup blackberries
½ cup grapes, halved

Optional Fruit Glaze

¼ cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon water

Equipment Needed

12-inch pizza pan or round baking pan
Electric mixer
Mixing bowls
Spatula
Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan or line with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough

In a large bowl, cream together:

Butter
Sugar

Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add:

Egg
Vanilla extract

Mix until combined.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together:

Flour
Baking powder
Salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.

Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 4: Form the Crust

Press the dough evenly into the prepared pizza pan.

Leave a slight edge around the perimeter.

Use lightly floured fingers if the dough is sticky.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.

Do not overbake.

The crust should remain soft and tender.

Allow to cool completely.

Step 6: Make the Frosting

In a large bowl, beat together:

Cream cheese
Butter

until smooth.

Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.

Beat until light, creamy, and spreadable.

Step 7: Frost the Crust

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.

Leave a small border around the edge.

Step 8: Arrange the Fruit

Decorate with fruit in concentric circles, rows, or decorative patterns.

For a stunning presentation:

Start with strawberries around the edge.
Add kiwi slices in a circle.
Follow with blueberries.
Finish with raspberries and mandarin oranges in the center.

Be creative with your design.

Step 9: Add the Glaze (Optional)

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine:

Apricot preserves
Water

Microwave for 15-20 seconds.

Stir until smooth.

Brush lightly over the fruit for a glossy bakery-style finish.

Step 10: Chill and Serve

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Cut into wedges like a traditional pizza.

Serve chilled.

Best Fruits for Fruit Pizza

Berries

Strawberries
Blueberries
Raspberries
Blackberries

Tropical Fruits

Kiwi
Mango
Pineapple

Citrus

Mandarin oranges
Blood oranges

Other Favorites

Grapes
Peaches
Nectarines
Cherries

Chef’s Tips

Dry Fruit Thoroughly

Excess moisture can make the frosting watery.

Cool the Crust Completely

Warm crust can melt the frosting.

Use Fresh Seasonal Fruit

Peak-season fruit provides the best flavor and color.

Add Glaze Just Before Serving

This keeps the fruit looking fresh and vibrant.

Create Color Contrast

Alternate colors for a professional bakery appearance.

Variations

Berry Fruit Pizza

Use only strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

Perfect for patriotic celebrations.

Tropical Fruit Pizza

Top with:

Mango
Pineapple
Kiwi
Coconut flakes

Chocolate Fruit Pizza

Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the frosting.

Top with strawberries and chocolate drizzle.

Mini Fruit Pizzas

Make individual sugar cookie rounds for personal-sized desserts.

Storage

Refrigerator

Store covered for up to 3 days.

Make Ahead

Bake crust 1 day ahead.
Frost and decorate shortly before serving.

Freezing

Cookie crust can be frozen separately for up to 2 months.

Do not freeze assembled fruit pizza.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Slice)

Calories: 310
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fat: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 28g

Serving Suggestions

Serve alongside:

Iced tea
Lemonade
Fruit punch
Vanilla iced coffee
Brunch spreads
Summer dessert tables

Recipe Notes

Fruit Pizza is a classic dessert that combines the best of a sugar cookie, cheesecake, and fresh fruit tart in one beautiful treat. The soft cookie crust, creamy frosting, and colorful fruit create a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for warm-weather entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or celebrating a special occasion, this vibrant dessert is guaranteed to impress.