Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Fruit Pizza Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or grease them lightly.
- Cream together 1 cup of softened salted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Then, add in 1 beaten egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder, then gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a smooth dough forms.
- Scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place on baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie and gently flattening them slightly with your hands. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden. Let the cookies sit for 5 minutes, then transfer them to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup of softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on each cooled cookie, then arrange an assortment of fresh fruits on top.
- Place the assembled cookies in the refrigerator to chill for about 30 minutes. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother texture. Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing and chill the dough before baking for perfect cookies.
