Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Fruit Pizza Cookies, where soft sugar cookies meet luscious cream cheese frosting and a colorful array of fresh fruits. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. From summer barbecues to birthday celebrations, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite fruits, these cookies offer a fun way to get creative in the kitchen. Bring joy to your gatherings with these vibrant treats that promise satisfaction in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter (cut into cubes)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1 pound powdered sugar
- Fresh fruit: berries, kiwi, banana, mandarin oranges, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a half sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix butter and sugar until combined. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract; stir well.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder until dough holds together when squeezed.
- Scoop out dough balls using a cookie scoop and place them on the prepared pan. Flatten slightly and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on racks.
- For frosting, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost cooled cookies generously and top with fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg