Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza Recipe

If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both dazzlingly beautiful and delightfully easy, Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza is about to become your new go-to showstopper. Picture a soft sugar cookie crust smothered with a cloud of vanilla-kissed cream cheese and topped with a rainbow of glistening fresh fruit—every bite is like a celebration! Perfect for potlucks, birthdays, or sunny afternoons, this crowd-pleaser is a fun twist on the classic fruit pizza and the ideal canvas for all your favorite colorful fruits.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

This Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza comes together with just a handful of kitchen staples and fresh fruits. Each ingredient has a starring role, making every bite creamy, tangy, and perfectly sweet, while lending a pop of color to the finished dessert.

• Refrigerated sugar cookie dough (16.5 oz): The shortcut for the soft, chewy, golden cookie base—you won’t believe how easy (and delicious) it is!
• Cream cheese (8 oz, softened): This is your rich and tangy foundation for the frosting layer, so let it soften for smooth blending.
• Granulated sugar (1/4 cup): Just enough sweetness to balance the cream cheese and let the fruit shine.
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon): A splash of vanilla deepens the flavor and adds irresistible aroma to the creamy layer.
• Assorted fresh fruit (2 cups): Strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, grapes, and mandarin oranges—pick your favorites or mix up a seasonal variety.
• Apricot jam or honey (1 tablespoon, optional, for glaze): Give the fruit a glossy, bakery-style finish and help it stay fresh and vibrant!

How to Make Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza

Step 1: Prepare and Bake the Cookie Crust

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-inch pizza pan or tart pan. Press the sugar cookie dough evenly across the bottom, working it right up to the edges. Pop it into the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it’s just turning golden and your kitchen smells like a dream. Let it cool completely before adding any toppings—this ensures a crisp bottom and soft, chewy inside.

Step 2: Whip Up the Cream Cheese Topping

While the crust cools, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Mix until everything’s silky smooth and creamy, with no lumps—this is your tangy, sweet “sauce” for the pizza.

Step 3: Frost the Cookie Base

Once your cookie crust is cool, gently spread the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface, getting as close to the edges as possible. Take your time here—the contrast between the cookie and the cream is pure magic.

Step 4: Decorate with Fruit

Here’s where Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza really earns its stripes! Arrange your chopped fruit in rings, stripes, or fun shapes, alternating colors for the most eye-catching pattern. Let your creativity shine—this is the centerpiece moment.

Step 5: Add the Glaze (Optional)

If you want an extra glossy, professional finish (and a little extra flavor), gently heat the apricot jam or honey until it’s pourable and brush it across the fruit. Not only does this make the pizza sparkle, it also helps keep the fruit fresh and vibrant.

Step 6: Chill and Serve

Chill your finished masterpiece for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This lets the flavors meld, and helps the cookie hold its shape when served. Once chilled, slice, serve, and watch it disappear!

How to Serve Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza

Garnishes

A dusting of powdered sugar right before serving creates a gorgeous snowy effect and elevates every slice. Add a few fresh mint leaves for a pop of green and extra freshness. If you’re feeling fancy, zest a bit of lemon or orange over the top for fragrance.

Side Dishes

Pair slices of Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza with scoops of vanilla bean ice cream or lightly sweetened whipped cream for a dreamy dessert plate. If you want something refreshing, serve alongside a bowl of simple fruit salad or a fizzy, fruity mocktail.

Creative Ways to Present

For parties, cut the pizza into small squares or wedges and arrange them on a tiered dessert platter. If you’re making it for kids, let them decorate their own mini “pizzas” using sugar cookies and a variety of fruit toppings. You can also cut the cookie base with large cookie cutters for fun shapes before baking!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Leftover Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza should be covered tightly and kept in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh and delicious for up to 2 days, but the fruit will start to soften over time. Be sure to keep it chilled to maintain that perfect creamy texture.

Freezing

If you’d like to get ahead, you can freeze the baked (unfrosted) sugar cookie base for up to 1 month—wrap it well in plastic and foil. Assemble your fruit pizza fresh the day you plan to serve for the best flavor and appearance, since freezing doesn’t work well with the fruit or cream cheese layer.

Reheating

There’s no need to reheat Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza—the beauty of this dessert is enjoying it cool! If the crust feels a little too firm straight from the refrigerator, let slices sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes for that irresistible chew.

FAQs

Can I use homemade sugar cookie dough instead of refrigerated?

Absolutely! If you have a favorite family cookie recipe, swap it in seamlessly. Just make enough to cover the pan evenly, and bake until the edges are lightly golden before cooling and proceeding as directed.

What fruits work best for Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza?

Almost any fruit will work, but firmer berries, kiwi, grapes, and mandarin oranges hold up beautifully without turning soggy. Avoid super juicy fruits like watermelon, which can water down the creamy layer.

Can I make Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza ahead of time?

You can prepare the cookie crust and cream cheese layer ahead, but it’s best to top with fruit and glaze just a few hours before serving. This keeps everything fresh and prevents the fruit from getting mushy.

How do I prevent the fruit from browning?

Brush light-colored or easily browned fruit, like apple or banana, with a little lemon juice or use a fruit glaze. The optional apricot jam glaze also seals in freshness and color for your Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza.

Is this recipe suitable for kids to help make?

Definitely! Kids love pressing the dough into the pan, spreading the frosting, and decorating with fruit. It’s a fantastic kitchen project for all ages, and everyone gets to eat the results—what could be better?

Final Thoughts

I hope you’ll jump in and make this Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza for your next family treat or party—because nothing brings people together like a dessert that’s as joyful to look at as it is to eat. Give it a try and get ready for smiles all around!

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