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Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas Recipe

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Delightful Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas featuring soft, homemade sugar cookies topped with creamy vanilla frosting and an assortment of fresh fruit, glazed with apricot preserves for a glossy, sweet finish. Perfect for parties or a refreshing dessert.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

Cookies

  • 1 batch prepared sugar cookies (see note 1)

Frosting

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, full-fat, brick-style, softened
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 2-1/4 cups powdered sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Topping

  • Fresh fruit and berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries)
  • 1/3 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 teaspoons water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Sugar Cookies: Bake your favorite sugar cookie recipe or use a prepared batch, ensuring the cookies are completely cooled to room temperature before decorating.
  2. Make Frosting: Soften the cream cheese by microwaving in 15–20 second intervals until it is room temperature but not melted. Using a stand mixer with a whisk attachment or a hand mixer, beat together softened cream cheese and butter on medium speed until smooth. Add vanilla extract and salt, mixing to combine. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar at low speed until well integrated and smooth. Taste and if desired, add the remaining 1/4 cup powdered sugar for a thicker or sweeter frosting. Refrigerate the frosting for 20–30 minutes to firm it slightly and blend the flavors.
  3. Decorate Cookies: Spread an even layer of frosting over each cooled sugar cookie.
  4. Arrange Fruit: Artistically place fresh fruit and berries atop the frosted cookies to create vibrant, colorful designs.
  5. Glaze Fruit: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine apricot preserves and water. Microwave for 10–15 seconds and stir until smooth. Optionally, strain if using marmalade to remove seeds or pulp. Using a pastry brush, gently coat the fruit with the warm glaze to add shine and sweetness.
  6. Serve or Store: Serve the fruit pizzas immediately or cover and refrigerate them. Store in the refrigerator and consume on the same day for best freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Use your preferred sugar cookie recipe or store-bought dough, but ensure cookies are flat and evenly baked for easy frosting.
  • For softer frosting, do not overheat cream cheese; it should be softened, not melted.
  • The apricot glaze preserves the fresh fruit’s appearance and adds a subtle sweetness.
  • These fruit pizzas are best enjoyed the same day they are made to maintain cookie texture and fruit freshness.
  • Feel free to customize toppings with seasonal fruits or berries based on availability.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes (for sugar cookies)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/sugar-cookie-fruit-pizzas-recipe/