Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Pizza, a refreshing dessert that artfully combines a sweet sugar cookie crust with creamy frosting and fresh strawberries. This delightful twist on the classic fruit pizza is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal treat for summer parties, holiday gatherings, or simply a fun family dessert. The vibrant colors of ripe strawberries against the luscious cream cheese frosting create an irresistible appeal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for kids to help decorate, this dessert is as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sugar cookie dough (softened, store-bought)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup salted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 ounces strawberry gelatin mix
- ¼ cup cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the sugar cookie dough evenly on a baking sheet and bake until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and butter, then beat until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookie base using a spatula.
- In a saucepan, heat water and granulated sugar over medium heat until dissolved. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water until thickened. Remove from heat and mix in strawberry gelatin.
- Slice fresh strawberries and arrange them atop the frosted cookie base. Drizzle with glaze.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest into your frosting. You can customize your Strawberry Pizza by layering other fruits like blueberries or kiwi for an extra burst of color and taste.