This Fruit Pizza recipe is one of those desserts we make on repeat, perfect for summer and just as fun for holidays, birthdays, or any time you want an easy treat. It has a soft sugar cookie fruit pizza crust, a fluffy cream cheese frosting, and plenty of fresh fruit. It's quick to prep, great for kids to decorate, and comes together with minimal ingredients and very little hands on time.
If you love easy, crowd-pleasing desserts, don't miss our peanut butter pretzel pie.
Quick Summary
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Bake Time: 12-15 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Best For: Summer parties, BBQs, birthdays, holidays
- Highlights: Kid-friendly, customizable, bright and fresh, easy sugar cookie crust
Fruit pizza is one of those nostalgic desserts that instantly reminds me of summer gatherings. We've tested this version many times, and what makes it special is how well the cookie crust holds its shape and how stable the frosting is. It stays fluffy and never runny, which makes it perfect for piling on fresh fruit.
Looking for more easy fruit dessert recipes? You'll love our strawberry poke cake and strawberry fluff salad.
Why We Love This Recipe
This recipe is incredibly easy, customizable, and a crowd-pleaser every single time. It's budget-friendly, great for families, and a perfect make-ahead dessert. The sugar cookie crust bakes evenly, the frosting stays silky and stable, and the fruit stays vibrant for hours. For the best fruit pizza recipe results, follow the chilling and drying tips below.
Ingredients
- Flour: Forms the base of the crust, providing structure while keeping it tender.
- Butter: Used in both the crust and frosting, it adds richness, tenderness, and a creamy texture. Softening it to room temperature ensures smooth mixing.
- Cornstarch: Helps the crust stay soft and slightly chewy, giving it that classic sugar cookie texture.
- Cream Cheese: The base of the frosting, offering a creamy texture and slight tang that pairs perfectly with the sweet crust and fruit.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens and stabilizes the frosting, giving it a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Fresh Fruit: Adds color, natural sweetness, and a fresh contrast to the rich crust and frosting. Firm fruits like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and raspberries hold up best. For another berry-filled treat, try our strawberry and blueberry pound cake trifle.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Chocolate Fruit Pizza: Add a thin layer of melted chocolate between the crust and frosting for a rich, decadent twist on the classic fruit pizza.
- Light or Dairy-Free Option: Swap the cream cheese frosting for whipped topping or Greek yogurt for a lighter, kid-friendly version that's still creamy and delicious.
- 4th of July or Holiday Fruit Pizza: Arrange strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries, and mint leaves into festive shapes, a 4th of July flag (use strawberries and blueberries), a Christmas wreath (use kiwi and raspberries), or a Valentine's heart, for a fun seasonal twist. For another easy holiday treat, check out our 4th of July cookies, which can be adapted to any celebration.
- Mini Personal Fruit Pizzas: Use smaller cookie bases so each person gets their own mini pizza. Great for parties, kids, or make-ahead treats.
How to Make a Fruit Cookie Pizza
This fruit pizza with sugar cookie crust is a colorful, kid-friendly dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's fun to decorate, full of fresh fruit, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Step 1: Prepare the cookie dough. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy. Stir in the salt, baking powder, and cornstarch, then slowly mix in the flour until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 2: Chill the dough. Cover the bowl and chill the dough for 20-30 minutes. Chilling helps the cookie hold its shape and makes it easier to press into the pan.
- Step 3: Shape and bake the crust. Grease a pizza pan or line it with parchment paper. Press the chilled dough evenly onto the pan and bake at 350℉ for 17-20 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Let the crust cool completely.
- Step 4: Make the cream cheese topping. In a bowl, whip the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until the frosting is creamy and spreadable.
- Step 5: Assemble and serve the fruit pizza. Spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the cooled crust and arrange the fresh fruit on top. Slice and serve immediately, or chill briefly for a cool, refreshing treat. For a fun drink pairing, try our vanilla bean frappuccino.
Expert Tips
- Chill the dough: Chilling the cookie dough helps the crust keep its shape, prevents excess spreading, and ensures an even bake.
- Cool the crust completely: Make sure the crust is fully cooled before spreading the cream cheese topping. A warm crust can cause the frosting to melt and lose its texture.
- Pat the fruit dry: Moisture from the fruit is the biggest cause of a soggy pizza. Dry slices carefully before arranging to keep the crust crisp.
- Preserve fruit color: To keep fruits looking vibrant, lightly brush them with a mixture of lemon juice and water. This prevents oxidation and keeps the toppings fresh for longer.
- Storage and make-ahead: You can prepare the crust and frosting a day ahead and store them separately. Assemble the fruit pizza a few hours before serving for the freshest, crispiest result.
Serving Suggestions
- This fruit cookie pizza is perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs. Serve chilled as a refreshing dessert alongside watermelon sugar cookies and strawberry pretzel salad.
- It's great for kids' birthday parties, let them create their own mini fruit cookie pizzas for a hands-on activity that doubles as dessert. Include our raspberry lemonade cupcakes, which they can also help decorate.
- For holiday dessert tables, make festive versions like a Christmas wreath using sliced kiwi and raspberries, or a red and blue 4th of July flag fruit pizza to impress guests and create a colorful centerpiece.
Recipe FAQs
Make sure to pat all fruit completely dry before arranging it on the crust and allow the cookie crust to cool fully. Avoid very watery fruits like melon to keep the base crisp and fresh.
Yes, using pre-made sugar cookie dough is a convenient shortcut that still yields a tender, flavorful crust. It's perfect when you're short on time.
Choose firm, colorful fruits like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and raspberries for the best results. Avoid very juicy fruits like pineapple, melon, or citrus segments unless you dry them thoroughly, as they can make the crust soggy.
A fully assembled fruit pizza will stay fresh for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. To keep the crust crisp, store it in an airtight container and consider keeping the fruit separate until just before serving if you need to prep ahead.
No, you can not freeze it once it's fully assembled, as the fruit will not freeze well. However, you can make the crust ahead and freeze it for up to a month. When ready to prepare, thaw it out on the counter and then assemble.
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Fruit Pizza Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ c butter softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 ⅔ cup flour
Toppings
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 3 tablespoons butter softened to room temperature
- 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups fresh fruit sliced
Instructions
Sugar Cookie Crust
- Using a stand mixer, cream butter, vanilla extract, and sugar together. Add salt, baking powder, and cornstarch and mix until blended.
- While the mixer is on low speed, slowly mix in the flour.
- Cover the bowl tightly and chill for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Grease a 12-inch pizza pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Press the chilled dough evenly onto the pizza pan. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until the edges turn slightly golden brown. Cool Completly.
Cream Cheese Topping
- Whip cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract together using a stand or a hand-held mixer. Add in the powdered sugar and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Evenly spread the cream cheese topping over the cooled crust. Arrange fresh sliced fruit on top. Serve and ENJOY!
Notes
- Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading.
- Pat the fruit dry to keep the crust crisp.
- Cool the crust fully before frosting to avoid melting.
Nutrition
*All nutrition information provided is automatically calculated and is an estimate and will vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact numbers on your ingredients, I would recommend calculating them with your prefered nutrition calculator.
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