Description
Fruit Pizza Cookies are delightful, bite-sized treats that combine a soft and chewy sugar cookie base with a creamy layer of tangy cream cheese frosting, topped generously with vibrant fresh fruits. These colorful cookies are perfect for spring and summer gatherings, offering a refreshing and visually appealing dessert that blends sweet and tart flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Topping
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until the mixture is smooth. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until fully combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Using about 1 tablespoon of dough, roll it into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon to prepare for baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cookies cool, beat together the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and creamy. This will create a rich, tangy base for the fruit topping.
- Assemble the Cookies: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese frosting evenly on the top of each cooled cookie to form the ‘pizza sauce’ layer.
- Add the Fruit Topping: Artistically arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, and halved grapes over the frosting on each cookie to create a colorful and fresh fruit pizza effect.
- Serve: Serve the fruit pizza cookies immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to keep the frosting firm and the fruits fresh. Enjoy this delightful, fresh, and flavorful treat!
Notes
- Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- You can substitute any fresh fruits based on seasonality or personal preference for variety.
- For firmer frosting during warm weather, refrigerate the assembled cookies before serving.
- Use parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking and ease cleanup.
- These cookies taste best fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
