Fruit Pizza Brown Sugar Cookie (Print)
Soft cookie crust layered with cream cheese and fresh fruit—colorful, sweet, and easy to make for any crowd.
# What You'll Need:
→ Brown Sugar Cookie Crust
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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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, softened
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1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
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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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1 (8-ounce) package low-fat cream cheese
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2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of fine sea salt
→ Toppings
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Fresh strawberries
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Fresh blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or other fruit
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Optional fresh honey, for drizzling
# How to Make It:
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Heat oven to 350°F. Grease either a quarter sheet pan, a 9 x 13-inch baking dish, or a 12-inch round pizza pan with cooking spray.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Beat on medium speed until completely combined, scraping down the sides partway through if needed. Add in the dry ingredients and beat on low speed until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
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Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan or dish. Use a fork to poke a few holes in the dough to prevent it from bubbling up. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the dough is lightly golden. Transfer to a wire baking rack and let cool for 20 minutes.
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Whisk together the frosting ingredients in a medium bowl until combined.
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Spread the frosting evenly onto the baked cookie crust. Top with your favorite fruit and drizzle with honey if desired. Slice, serve, and enjoy.
# Additional Notes:
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Chilling the dough for 10 minutes before pressing it into the pan may make it easier to handle. Wet your fingers with water occasionally to prevent sticking.