Aunt Gayle'S Fruit Pizza
A colorful, sweet fruit pizza featuring a cookie crust topped with creamy cheese and fresh fruits, perfect for parties, brunches, or casual gatherings with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cover a 14-inch pizza pan with foil.
- Slice the refrigerated sugar cookies and place them, overlapping, on the prepared pizza pan.
- Bake at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes until golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Remove foil from the cooled cookie crust.
- In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
- Arrange various sliced fruits on top of the cream cheese layer.
- In a small saucepan, heat the orange marmalade with water until melted and smooth.
- Brush the melted marmalade over the fruits to glaze.
Tips & Substitutions
For an even smoother cream cheese layer, try adding a splash of vanilla extract or lemon juice to the mixture. If you don't have orange marmalade, apricot or peach preserves work well as alternatives. To save time, consider using a pre-made cookie crust instead of baking your own. This fruit pizza is versatile, and you can customize it with seasonal fruits for a refreshing treat.
Serving Suggestions
Slice the fruit pizza into wedges and serve it as a delightful dessert at gatherings or parties. It pairs beautifully with a cup of Basic Hot Chocolate Mix for a cozy treat. Consider serving alongside Grandma's Red Potato Salad for a balanced meal at a picnic or barbecue. This vibrant dish is sure to impress guests and can be a fun addition to brunch menus.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover fruit pizza in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, for up to 2 days. To keep the crust from getting soggy, it's best to store the fruit separately and assemble just before serving. If you need to reheat, avoid using the microwave, as it can make the crust chewy. Instead, serve it chilled straight from the fridge.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Aunt Gayle'S Fruit Pizza contains roughly 80 calories, with 2g protein, 17g carbohydrates, and 1g fat. It is a good source of vitamin C (18% 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 types of fruit?
Absolutely! This recipe is very flexible. You can use any combination of your favorite fruits, such as peaches, apples, or raspberries. Just make sure to slice them thinly for even coverage and an appealing presentation.
How do I make the cookie crust softer?
To achieve a softer cookie crust, try reducing the baking time slightly and keeping an eye on it to avoid over-baking. You can also add a tablespoon of milk to the cookie dough before baking for added moisture.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prepare the cookie crust and cream cheese mixture a day in advance. Assemble the fruit pizza on the day you plan to serve it to keep the fruits fresh and vibrant. Store the crust and cream cheese mixture separately in the refrigerator.
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).