Sweet Fruit Dessert Pizza (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Brown Sugar Cookie Crust
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
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1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
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2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (or 1 cup powdered sugar)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of fine sea salt
→ Toppings
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Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
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Optional: honey for drizzling
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F. Grab either a quarter sheet pan, 9×13-inch baking dish, or 12-inch round pizza pan and give it a good coating of cooking spray.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside for now.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until it's light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract, then beat until everything's well combined. You might need to scrape down the sides of the bowl to get everything mixed in properly.
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Add your dry ingredients to the butter mixture and beat on low speed just until combined. Don't overdo it – overmixing makes tough cookies!
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Press the dough evenly into your prepared pan. If it's sticking to your fingers, try wetting them with a little water. Poke some holes in the dough with a fork to prevent bubbles. Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool for 20 minutes.
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While the crust cools, whisk together the cream cheese, maple syrup (or honey or powdered sugar), vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust. Arrange your fresh fruit on top in whatever pattern you like. For extra sweetness, drizzle with a little honey if you want.
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Slice it up like a pizza and dig in! This dessert is best enjoyed the same day for the freshest fruit and crispest crust.
# Notes:
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For best results, chill the dough for about 10 minutes before pressing it into the pan.
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This dessert is most beautiful and delicious when served the same day, but you can make the crust a day ahead if needed.
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Try different fruit combinations based on what's in season - kiwi, mandarin oranges, peaches, and grapes all work well too!