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Fruit Pizza Sugar Cookies

Colorful fruit pizza sugar cookies with creamy frosting on a bright plate.
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This playful dessert reimagines classic fruit pizza on a tender, portable cookie canvas. Perfect for picnics and parties, they blend nostalgic flavor with a fun, individual serving size.

Ingredients

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  • For the Sugar Cookie Base:
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • For the Fruit Topping:
  • Assorted fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • Kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • Mandarin orange segments or peach slices
  • Optional: 2-3 tablespoons apricot jam, warmed for glaze

Instructions

  1. Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Finish dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  4. Chill dough: Divide dough in half, shape into discs, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll and cut: On a floured surface, roll one dough disc to 1/4-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch round cutter to cut cookies. Place on sheets 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are just barely golden. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until thick and spreadable.
  9. Prepare fruit: Wash and thoroughly dry all fruit. Slice as needed.
  10. Assemble: Once cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe frosting onto each. Artfully arrange fruit on top. For a glossy finish, brush fruit with warmed apricot jam.

Notes

Chill dough to prevent spreading. Ensure cookies are completely cool before frosting. Pat fruit dry to avoid soggy cookies. Components can be made ahead: store unfrosted cookies at room temp and frosting in the fridge.

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