Delicious Strawberry Fruit Pizza With Glazed Strawberries Recipe
Enjoy this Strawberry Fruit Pizza with Glazed Strawberries, a delightful dessert that combines a cookie crust with cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries.
Equipment
- - Baking sheet
- - Mixing bowl
- - Medium saucepan
- - Parchment paper
Ingredients
For the Cookie Crust
- 16 ounces sugar cookie dough A ready-made dough makes this recipe quick and easy!
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese Ensure it's at room temperature for easy blending.
- ½ cup butter Softened butter helps create a smooth frosting.
- 2 cups powdered sugar Adjust sweetness to taste when mixing.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla This adds a lovely depth of flavor.
For the Strawberry Glaze
- 1 pound fresh strawberries Look for ripe, juicy strawberries for the best taste.
- 1 cup water Helps dissolve the gelatin and form the glaze.
- ½ cup sugar Balances the tartness of the fresh strawberries.
- 3 ounces strawberry gelatin Provides a vibrant color and flavor to the glaze.
- ¼ cup cornstarch Thicken the glaze for a perfect drizzle over your pizza.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 10 x 15 inch baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Spread the sugar cookie dough evenly in the prepared pan using oiled hands. Bake for 17-18 minutes until the edges turn a light golden brown. Allow the cookie crust to cool on the pan for about 15 minutes.
- Cream together the cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of powdered sugar and the vanilla, mixing thoroughly. Add the remaining cup of powdered sugar and blend until completely smooth.
- Frost the chilled cookie crust with your cream cheese mixture, spreading it evenly across the top once the crust is cool to the touch.
- Dice 4 medium strawberries and mash them in a large bowl to release their juices. Set these aside. Slice the remaining strawberries into ¼ inch thick slices for the topping.
- Combine the gelatin, water, sugar, cornstarch, and mashed strawberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook while stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until a thick glaze forms. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
- Layer a thin coat of strawberry glaze over the cream cheese frosting on the cookie crust. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top, then drizzle any leftover glaze over the entire arrangement.
- Chill the pan in the fridge for 20 minutes until the glaze fully sets. Slice and enjoy every delicious bite!
Notes
Optional: Garnish with mint leaves for a pop of color and extra flavor. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card below.