Summer Berry Sugar Cookie Pizza
A delightful dessert pizza with a sugar cookie crust, tangy lemon cream cheese frosting, and a generous topping of fresh summer berries.
- Prep1h 10m
- Cook20 min
- Total2h
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings10
This festive dessert pizza is perfect for any summer gathering, especially for Memorial Day celebrations. It combines a sweet, chewy sugar cookie base with a bright, zesty lemon cream cheese frosting, all crowned with a colorful assortment of fresh berries.
It’s a visually stunning and incredibly delicious treat that’s surprisingly easy to assemble, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.
Ingredients
Servings
Optional glaze
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Prepare the sugar cookie crust according to the fruit pizza dough instructions (steps 1-3), or use store-bought sugar cookie dough. Ensure the crust is completely cooled before proceeding.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with a mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add the confectioners’ sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Continue beating for 1 minute until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled sugar cookie crust, creating a thick layer.
- Arrange an assortment of fresh berries over the cream cheese frosting. For an optional glaze, combine 1 tablespoon of apricot preserves with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Microwave for about 15 seconds until warm, then brush lightly over the fruit.
- Slice the dessert pizza and serve immediately. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
💡 Tips
- For best results, ensure cream cheese and butter are at true room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Chill the frosted pizza for about 15-20 minutes before adding fruit to prevent the frosting from sliding.
- Feel free to use any combination of your favorite berries.
Inspired by a recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction