Fruit Pizza Rectangle
Fruit pizza rectangle has become a seasonal favorite, and for good reason. It combines a buttery cookie base with a rich cream cheese frosting and an array of vibrant fruits. This dessert is a true crowd-pleaser, inviting everyone to dig in for a slice of happiness.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- 12-inch pizza pan
- Whisk
- electric mixer
- offset spatula
- refrigerator
Ingredients
- Here’s what you'll need to create that blissful fruit pizza rectangle:
Sugar Cookie Crust
- - 1 and 1/2 cups 188g all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- - 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- - 1 teaspoon baking powder
- - 1/2 cup 113g unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- - 3/4 cup 150g granulated sugar
- - 1 large egg brought to room temperature
- - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Toppings
- - 8 ounces 226g full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- - 3 Tablespoons 43g unsalted butter, softened
- - 1 and 1/4 cups 150g confectioners’ sugar
- - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- - 3 cups about 400g assorted fresh fruits, sliced (think strawberries, blueberries, kiwis, and bananas)
- - Optional: 1/4 teaspoon almond extract for extra flavor
- - Optional: Zest of one lemon for a zesty kick
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. This dry mixture forms the base for your sugar cookie crust.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
- In a larger mixing bowl (you can use a handheld mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment), add the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat on medium-high speed for about three minutes until the mixture becomes creamy and slightly fluffy.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Now, crack the large egg into the buttery mixture along with the pure vanilla extract. Beat everything together until well combined, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed to ensure nothing gets left behind.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- It's time to integrate the dry ingredients that you whisked together earlier. Lower your mixer speed to prevent a flour cloud and mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep your crust soft.
Step 5: Chill the Dough
- Once everything is blended, wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap. Pop it in the fridge for about 20 minutes up to a day. If you chill it longer, let it sit out for 20-30 minutes at room temperature so it softens a bit for easier handling.
Step 6: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
- Turn your oven up to 350°F (177°C) while you grease a 12-inch pizza pan with nonstick spray. This step ensures your beautiful creation won’t stick to the pan once it’s baked.
Step 7: Shape the Dough
- Take the chilled dough out of the fridge and press it into the prepared pizza pan. Spread it into a circular shape about 9-10 inches in diameter and about 1/3-inch thick. You want it to fill the pan without being too thick.
Step 8: Bake the Crust
- Place the crust in your preheated oven and bake for 17-19 minutes. Keep a close eye; the edges should be lightly golden brown. Don’t let it overbake. Remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 9: Whip up the Frosting
- While the crust cools, let’s tackle the frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, start by combining softened cream cheese and butter using your mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and final vanilla extract, then mix for another minute until everything is creamy.
Step 10: Spread the Frosting
- Once the crust is completely cooled, generously spread the delicious cream cheese frosting over it using an offset spatula.
Step 11: Add the Fruit Decoration
- Now for the fun part! Decorate the frosted pizza with fresh, sliced fruits of your choice. Play with patterns or simply scatter them all over. It’s your canvas—make it colorful!
Step 12: Slice and Serve
- Cut your decorated fruit pizza into slices or squares, depending on how you prefer to serve it. Enjoy right away or chill in the fridge for a short while. Leftovers can be stored, but they’re sure to disappear quickly!
Notes
- Always Chill: Allow the dough to chill for better shape and texture.
- Mix It Up: Feel free to experiment with different fruits based on the season.
- Go Vegan?: You can swap out the cream cheese and butter for vegan alternatives.
- Gluten-free Version: Use gluten-free flour to make a gluten-free crust.
- Zest It Up!: Add some citrus zest for an extra flavor kick if you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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