Fruit Pizza(12 Servings)
A vibrant fruit pizza featuring a creamy base topped with fresh sliced fruits and a sweet glaze, perfect for gatherings and fruit lovers seeking a colorful, refreshing treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup margarine ⓘ
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar ⓘ
- 1 cup all-purpose flour ⓘ
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar ⓘ
- 8 oz. Neufchatel cheese ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon vanilla ⓘ
- 3 fresh apples, sliced ⓘ
- 16 oz. Mandarin oranges ⓘ
- 20 oz. can pineapple ⓘ
- 1/4 pound fresh blueberries ⓘ
- 1/4 pound green grapes ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch ⓘ
- 1 cup juice from fruit plus water ⓘ
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar ⓘ
Instructions
- Mix margarine and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add all-purpose flour to the mixture and blend to form a dough.
- Press the dough into a baking pan and bake until lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Cool completely.
- In a saucepan, combine Neufchatel cheese, vanilla, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and fruit juice with water. Cook until thickened. Cool.
- Spread the cooled cheese mixture over the baked crust.
- Arrange sliced apples, mandarin oranges, pineapple, blueberries, and green grapes on top of the cheese layer.
- Pour the thickened fruit juice mixture over the arranged fruit.
- Refrigerate the fruit pizza for at least 2 hours before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter alternative, consider using Greek yogurt instead of Neufchatel cheese. You can also replace the granulated sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener. If you prefer a different fruit topping, strawberries or kiwi would work well. Make sure to cool the crust completely before adding the cheese mixture to prevent it from melting.
Serving Suggestions
This fruit pizza is a delightful dessert that pairs beautifully with Honey Biscuits for a complete meal experience. Serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence. It can also be a great addition to brunch or a summer picnic. A refreshing glass of lemonade complements the fruity flavors perfectly.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If the fruit begins to release juices, you can place a paper towel inside the container to absorb excess moisture. This will help maintain the texture of the crust. For best results, enjoy the fruit pizza cold, straight from the fridge.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fruit Pizza(12 Servings) contains roughly 412 calories, with 6g protein, 61g carbohydrates, and 11g fat. It is a good source of iron (14% of the Daily Value), protein (13% 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
Is there a gluten-free option for the crust?
Absolutely! You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Just be sure to check that all other ingredients, including the baking powder and cornstarch, are gluten-free. This way, you can enjoy a delicious gluten-free fruit pizza.
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).