Description
These delightful Fruit Pizza Cookies combine a soft, buttery cookie base with a creamy tangy cream cheese frosting topped with a vibrant assortment of fresh fruits. Perfect for a refreshing dessert or a sweet snack, these cookies offer a delicious balance of textures and flavors with the colorful fruit adding a fresh and decorative touch.
Ingredients
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For the 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
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the 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 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, beating until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cookies cool, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of the cream cheese frosting on each cookie.
- Add the Fruit Topping: Arrange the fresh fruits on top of the frosting, using a variety of colorful fruits for a beautiful presentation. You can mix and match based on your preferences!
- Serve: Once all the cookies are topped with fruit, serve them immediately or refrigerate them for up to 1 hour before serving to keep the frosting firm. Enjoy your Fruit Pizza Cookies!
Notes
- Ensure cookies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for the best flavor and appearance.
- Cookies can be refrigerated for up to 1 day, but best served within a few hours after assembly.
- For easier spreading, soften the cream cheese and butter to room temperature.
- You can customize the fruit toppings based on seasonal availability or personal preference.
