5 Fruit Pizza
A colorful and refreshing fruit pizza featuring a sweet cookie crust topped with cream cheese and an assortment of fresh, vibrant fruits perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Roll the Pillsbury sugar cookie dough onto a pizza pan.
- Bake the cookie as directed on the package and let it cool.
- Blend the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then spread over the cooled cookie.
- Slice the banana and soak in pineapple juice to prevent browning.
- Arrange the sliced fruits starting from the center and covering the entire cookie.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. If you're short on time, use a pre-made fruit topping instead of fresh fruit. You can also substitute the sugar cookie base with a gluten-free cookie option for a gluten-free dessert. Additionally, serving this alongside Aunt Jenny'S Jello Salad can create a delightful contrast of flavors.
Serving Suggestions
Slice the fruit pizza into wedges and serve it as a fun dessert at parties or family gatherings. It pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a refreshing glass of Moo Punch. For an extra touch, you can drizzle a little honey over the top before serving to enhance the sweetness.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To rehydrate the cookie, cover it loosely with foil before placing it in a low-temperature oven for about 10 minutes. This helps to maintain the cookie's texture without making it soggy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of 5 Fruit Pizza contains roughly 319 calories, with 5g protein, 45g carbohydrates, and 15g fat. It is a good source of vitamin A (18% of the Daily Value) and vitamin C (13% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different fruits for the pizza?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with your favorite fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches. Just be mindful of fruits that brown quickly, like apples or bananas, and consider soaking them in citrus juice to keep them fresh and vibrant.
How do I make the crust more flavorful?
To enhance the flavor of the crust, you can add a pinch of salt and a teaspoon of almond extract to the dough before baking. This will add depth to the taste and complement the sweetness of the fruit topping.
Can I prepare this fruit pizza in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the cookie crust and the cream cheese layer in advance. Just store them separately in the fridge. Assemble the fruit pizza just before serving to keep the fruits fresh and prevent the crust from getting soggy.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).