Feast your eyes on a delightful dessert that is as pretty as a picture and tastes even better! This Butter Crust Fruit Pizza is a scrumptious combination of a buttery, flaky crust topped with a luscious cream cheese spread and an array of colorful fresh fruits. Perfect for a summer gathering, potluck, or simply as a sweet treat for your family, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant look and delicious flavor.
Butter Crust Fruit Pizza
Ingredients:
For the crust:
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
For the cream cheese spread:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the fruit topping:
– Assorted fresh fruits (such as strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries, and mandarin oranges), washed, peeled, and sliced as needed
– ¼ cup apricot preserves, melted for glazing
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a round pizza pan.
2. In a food processor, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Pulse briefly until mixed. Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the mixture into the prepared pizza pan, ensuring an even layer across the bottom. Prick the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling while baking.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
5. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, leaving a small border around the edge.
7. Arrange the sliced fresh fruits on top of the cream cheese layer in an attractive pattern. Get creative with your design to make it visually appealing!
8. Brush the melted apricot preserves over the fruit topping to give the pizza a beautiful glossy finish and to help preserve the fruits’ freshness.
9. Refrigerate the fruit pizza for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the cream cheese layer to set.
10. Slice into wedges and serve this delightful Butter Crust Fruit Pizza to your guests or family. Watch the smiles as they enjoy the delicious combination of the buttery crust, creamy cheese, and fresh, juicy fruits.
Indulge in this delightful dessert that is sure to be a hit at any gathering or simply as a sweet treat for yourself. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, a picnic, or a special occasion, this Butter Crust Fruit Pizza is a charming and flavorful addition to any menu. Enjoy the process of creating this eye-catching masterpiece, and savor every bite of its delicious combination of flavors and textures.
