There’s something magical about summer that brings out the sweetest cravings—and nothing says summer quite like a colorful fruit pizza. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you smile before the first bite. The soft cookie crust, creamy layer of frosting, and bright, juicy fruit on top? Pure joy. I’ve been making this easy treat for years, and it’s still the first thing to disappear at every BBQ or picnic. Plus, decorating it with fresh fruit is half the fun—especially if you’ve got little hands in the kitchen. Trust me, this one’s always a crowd favorite.
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Why You’ll Love This Fruit Pizza
- Quick & Easy to Make
This easy fruit pizza recipe comes together with simple ingredients and minimal prep—ideal for busy days or last-minute gatherings. - Fun to Decorate
Arrange your favorite fruits in creative patterns—great for kids or anyone who loves to play with food! - Customizable for Any Season
Use whatever fruit is in season: strawberries, kiwi, mango, or berries—all work beautifully as a fresh fruit topping. - Delicious Contrast of Textures
The soft sugar cookie crust, creamy frosting, and juicy fruit create the perfect bite every time. - A Crowd-Pleasing Summertime Dessert
This colorful treat always disappears fast at BBQs, birthdays, and brunches—it’s a go-to fresh fruit pizza everyone loves. - Kid-Friendly and Family Approved
Easy to slice, fun to eat, and not too messy—perfect for little hands and picky eaters. - Lighter Than Traditional Cakes
Thanks to the fresh fruit and airy base, it feels like an indulgence without being too heavy.
Ingredients Breakdown for Fruit Pizza Recipe
For the Brown Sugar Cookie Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional, for tang)
For the Fruit Topping:
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- ½ cup blueberries
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
- ½ cup grapes, halved
- ½ cup mandarin orange segments
- 1 tablespoon honey or apricot jam (optional, for a glossy finish)
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Prepare the Brown Sugar Cookie Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well. Slowly stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Bake the Crust
Press the dough evenly onto a greased 12-inch pizza pan or baking sheet. Smooth it out to the edges. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely. This forms your chewy, sweet brown sugar cookie crust.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy. For a bit of brightness, add lemon juice if desired.
Step 4: Frost the Cooled Crust
Once the cookie crust is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top, all the way to the edges.
Step 5: Add the Fruit Topping
Decorate with fresh fruit however you like. Start from the center and work outward with sliced strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, and more. You can get creative with patterns or just scatter fruit randomly for a rustic look.
Step 6: Chill Before Serving
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help the frosting set and the flavors come together. For extra shine, brush the fruit lightly with warmed honey or apricot jam.
Step 7: Slice & Serve
Cut into slices like a pizza and enjoy! This fresh fruit pizza is best served cold and eaten the same day for the freshest taste.
Fruit Pizza
Ingredients
- Group 1: Brown Sugar Cookie Crust
- 1 cup – Unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup – Brown sugar
- ¼ cup – Granulated sugar
- 1 – Large egg
- 1 tsp – Vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups – All-purpose flour
- ½ tsp – Baking soda
- ¼ tsp – Salt
- Group 2: Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz – Cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup – Unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup – Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp – Vanilla extract
- 1 –2 tsp – Lemon juice optional
- Group 3: Fruit Topping
- 1 cup – Strawberries sliced
- ½ cup – Blueberries
- 1 – Kiwi peeled and sliced
- ½ cup – Grapes halved
- ½ cup – Mandarin oranges
- 1 tbsp – Honey or apricot jam optional, for glaze
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Cream butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt to form dough.
- Bake: Press dough into pizza pan. Bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla (plus lemon juice if desired).
- Frost the Crust: Spread frosting evenly over cooled crust.
- Add Fruit: Decorate with fresh fruit.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Brush with honey/jam for shine if desired.
- Serve: Slice like a pizza and enjoy cold!
- Nutrition (Estimate per serving)
- Calories: ~320 kcal (based on standard ingredient data)
- Notes
- Pat fruits dry to avoid soggy crust.
- Best served the same day.
- Use any seasonal fruit you love.
Notes
- Pat fruits dry to avoid soggy crust.
- Best served the same day.
- Use any seasonal fruit you love.