Classic Fruit Dessert Pizza
This Classic Fruit Dessert Pizza is a fun, colorful treat that starts with a soft sugar cookie crust and layers on a sweet cream cheese "sauce" topped with vibrant fresh fruits and a drizzle of chocolate. It’s the perfect easy dessert for parties, family nights, or anytime you’re craving something sweet, bright, and festive. Quick to make and even quicker to disappear!
Equipment
- 12-inch round pizza pan or baking sheet
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Pizza cutter or sharp knife
Ingredients
- 1 roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ kiwi peeled and sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup or melted chocolate for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out sugar cookie dough into a 12-inch round and press onto a pizza pan.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cookie crust.
- Arrange sliced strawberries, blueberries, and kiwi in a decorative pattern.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes if desired, then slice and serve.
Notes
Let the crust cool completely before adding the cream cheese topping to prevent melting.
Pat fruits dry with a paper towel to avoid sogginess.
For a lighter version, use whipped topping in place of cream cheese.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Want a shortcut? Use pre-sliced fruits and whipped topping to reduce prep time.
To make it vegan, use plant-based cream cheese and cookie dough.