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Fruit Pizza: a Colorful No-Fuss Dessert Smash
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Fruit Pizza

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made sugar cookie crust or shortbread crust your call, we’re not judging
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar more if you like it sweeter
  • 1/2 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Assorted fresh fruit: strawberries kiwis, blueberries, mandarin segments, pineapple chunks—whatever’s seasonal
  • 1-2 tbsp apricot jam or fruit glaze for shine
  • Fresh mint leaves optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven as needed for your crust package, then bake until lightly golden. Let cool completely. Yes, patience is a virtue here.
  • Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. The goal: no lumps, like a tiny dairy cloud.
  • Fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream until just blended. Don’t overmix—nobody likes a whipped mess.
  • Spread the creamy layer over the cooled crust in an even, pretty swipe. It should look inviting, not chaotic.
  • Slice and arrange the colorful fruit on top. Think rainbow-bright, not chaotic confetti—pattern helps.
  • Warm the apricot jam slightly and brush a thin glaze over the fruit for shine and a touch of sweetness. Skip this step if you’re in a rush, but the gloss is worth it.
  • Chill for 15–20 minutes if you can wait, then slice and serve. If you’re serving at a party, small wedges fly off the plate.