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Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

Chewy Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas for a Sweet Summer Treat

Delight your guests with Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas, a vibrant and customizable summer dessert with a chewy cookie base topped with cream cheese and fresh fruits.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pizzas
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure; no substitutions
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Can substitute with baking powder using triple the amount
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt or omit for low-sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Can swap with baking powder if already using
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can replace with brown sugar for caramelized flavor
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter but reduce extra salt
  • 1 large Egg Provides moisture and structure; no substitutes
  • 1 egg yolk Egg Yolk Provides moisture and structure; no substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a variation
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Can use unsalted; adjust salt to taste
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Substitute with mascarpone or vegan option
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Can use granulated sugar, though results may vary
For the Topping
  • Fresh Fruit of Various Colors Seasonal fruits offer best flavor and visual appeal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar in a large bowl.
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
  6. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Cream together salted butter and cream cheese for the frosting, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
  10. Spread a generous layer of frosting on each cooled cookie.
  11. Top each frosted cookie with colorful fresh fruits for decoration.
  12. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizzaCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing. Do not overbake for chewy texture. Kids can help decorate for a fun family activity.

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