Fruit Pizza Cream Cheese Glaze (Print Version)

Cookie crust, cream cheese glaze, and vibrant fresh fruits for a striking summer dessert centerpiece.

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Crust

01 - 190 g all-purpose flour
02 - 115 g unsalted butter, softened
03 - 100 g granulated sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Cream Cheese Glaze

08 - 225 g cream cheese, softened
09 - 40 g powdered sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 30 ml lemon juice
12 - 30 ml heavy cream or milk

→ Seasonal Fruit Topping

13 - 120 g fresh strawberries, sliced
14 - 75 g blueberries
15 - 80 g green grapes, halved
16 - 1 peach, thinly sliced
17 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
18 - 100 g raspberries

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C. Line a 30 cm pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
04 - Press the dough evenly onto the prepared pan, forming a round crust approximately 0.6 cm thick.
05 - Bake the crust for 13 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on the pan before decorating.
06 - In a clean bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Incorporate the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and heavy cream or milk, mixing until the glaze is silky and spreadable.
07 - Evenly spread the cream cheese glaze over the cooled cookie crust.
08 - Neatly arrange the fresh fruits on top in vibrant, decorative patterns.
09 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes prior to slicing and serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Substitute seasonal fruits such as plums, nectarines, blackberries, or figs as desired.
02 - For extra shine, brush the arranged fruit with a thin layer of warmed apricot jam.
03 - To prepare in advance, store the crust and glaze separately and assemble just before serving.
04 - Pairs well with sparkling Moscato or a fruity iced tea.