Best Fruit Pizza Recipe-The First Year Blog

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If you think fruit pizza is tricky to get right, think again. With my tested method, you’ll master a soft, chewy sugar cookie crust, whip up the perfect cream cheese frosting, and top it off with vibrant, juicy fruit — all in just six easy steps. This is the kind of dessert that turns heads and gets devoured, and I’m here to show you exactly how to make it happen.

Just made this dessert for our church coffee hour and everyone loved it! So yummy! The cookie base is so good, I might make them just by themselves. I added a fruit glaze on top to make it extra fancy. Can’t wait to make it again!
-Sara

a whole fruit pizza with strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, kiwis and grapes on brown parchment paper

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This Fruit Pizza Recipe will be the new family favorite!

I developed this fruit pizza recipe with one goal in mind: to take the stress out of making a dessert that looks impressive and tastes even better. After years of testing cookie recipes and studying the science behind soft, chewy textures, I fine-tuned this sugar cookie crust by adding cornstarch — a key ingredient that helps create a tender crumb that stays soft and buttery even after baking. And here’s the best part: if you accidentally overbake the crust a little (we’ve all been there!), the rich cream cheese frosting and fresh fruit layer will soften it right back up, saving the final result.

This recipe combines tested technique with easy, practical tips so that you can confidently make a bakery-quality fruit pizza at home. From the soft cookie base to the perfectly balanced cream cheese frosting, every step has been designed to guarantee a stunning dessert that’s just as delicious as it looks. Whether you’re hosting a party, bringing a dish to a gathering, or just treating your family to something special, this fruit pizza is a no-fail crowd favorite — and I’ll guide you through exactly how to nail it every time.

Fruit pizza is a dessert that resembles a pizza. It has a sweet crust made from cookie dough or pastry. This crust is spread with a sweet frosting, often made with cream cheese. The pizza is then topped with various fresh fruits.

all purpose flour: flour is necessary to build structure in cookies
cornstarch: gives the cookies an ultra soft texture because it makes the crumb more delicate. Adding cornstarch also helps keep the cookies from browning.
baking soda and baking powder: helps to leaven and lift the dough, affects browning and flavor
salt: enhances the other flavors in the cookies
unsalted butter: adds flavor and and tender texture
granulated sugar: adds sweetness, flavor and encourages browning
egg: binds the ingredients together
vanilla and almond extract: adds good flavor, don’t skip the almond extract!

What Fruit is Best on Simple Fruit Pizza?

Try a combination or use your favorite → Kiwi, Mandarin oranges, Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Grapes, Bananas, Oranges, Raspberries, Pineapple, Peaches, or Mango.

fruit pizza before baking and fruit pizza with cream cheese frosting being spread on

Healthier Option: Skip the cream cheese frosting and use vanilla greek yogurt instead.
Holiday Options:
- Christmas – Use kiwis and strawberries.
- Valentine’s Day – Use strawberries and raspberries. You could cut the strawberries into heart shapes!
- 4th of July – Use strawberries and blueberries. You could arrange the fruit in stripes!
Gluten Free Option: I’ve made this recipe with both regular and gluten free flour with awesome results on multiple occasions. I recommend King Arthur’s Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour. Use it as a one for one substitute for regular flour.
Mini Fruit Pizza Option: Follow this cookie recipe to make mini sized fruit pizzas. Assemble with cream cheese frosting and fruit as written in this post.

How To Make Best Fruit Pizza Recipe

Prep: Pre-heat the oven to 350ºF. Pull out parchment paper and rolling pin.
Make the crust: In a small mixing bowl combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda & baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar, with an electric mixer for 1 minute. Add in the egg and extracts, beat 30 seconds. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, mixing on low or by hand with a spatula. The dough will be thick!

Shape the pizza: Use your hands to form the dough into a ball. On parchment paper (I do not recommend using a silicone baking mat) roll the dough into a rectangle or long oval shape, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. The approximate length of the pizza will be 15 inches by 10-11 inches. Place the parchment paper with pizza on a cookie sheet. I used a half cookie sheet which measures 17×12.

Bake: Bake in the center of the oven for 20 minutes or until the edges begin to just turn golden. There might be an air bubble in the middle of the cookie, if so gently tap the pan once against the counter and the center will deflate. Allow the cookie pizza to cool completely.
Make the frosting: Use an electric mixer on medium to beat together the cream cheese, vanilla extract and powdered sugar.
Assemble: Spread the frosting over the cooled crust. Top with fruit.

What To Bake Fruit Pizza On

I recommend baking fruit pizza on a large light aluminum cookie sheet or round aluminum pizza pan (without holes). Bake the cookie on a piece of parchment paper.

Do not use a silicone baking mat for this recipe, the cookie won’t bake as evenly and the center will be under baked.

a whole fruit pizza cut into triangle slices with strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, kiwis and grapes on brown parchment paper

How to Make Simple Fruit Pizza Ahead of Time

Yes, you can make fruit pizza ahead of time, however, for best results add the frosting and fruit right before serving. You can make the frosting ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use. You can also slice the fruit ahead of time to save time on the day of assembly.

Wrap unfrosted fruit pizza (so just the cookie portion) in plastic wrap and store on the counter overnight or in the fridge if storing longer.

How To Store Leftover Fruit Pizza

Fruit pizza is best enjoyed the day you assemble it because it will be the freshest and least soggy. You can cover leftover fruit pizza with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 2 days, however be aware that the crust will become more soggy the longer the frosting and fruit sit on the pizza.

slice of fruit pizza strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges, kiwis and grapes on brown parchment paper

Best Fruit Pizza Recipe FAQs

What is the difference between a fruit tart and a fruit pizza?

A fruit tart features a buttery, flaky pastry crust filled with custard or pastry cream and topped with fresh fruits. In contrast, a fruit pizza has a chewier cookie-like crust, spread with sweet frosting like cream cheese, and adorned with an assortment of fresh fruits. While both showcase fruits, the distinct crusts and toppings set them apart in terms of taste and texture.

How do you keep bananas from turning brown on fruit pizza?

To prevent bananas from turning brown on fruit pizza, you can brush them with a thin layer of lemon juice or pineapple juice. The acidity in these juices helps slow down the browning process.

How do you keep fruit pizza from sticking to the pan?

To prevent fruit pizza from sticking to the pan, you can line the pan with parchment paper or a non-stick cooking spray before placing the dough. This creates a barrier between the crust and the pan, reducing the chances of sticking. Additionally, ensuring the crust is properly baked and golden before adding toppings can also help prevent sticking.