Delight your little ones with Homemade Fruit Pizzas, a fun and colorful dessert that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate! These mini fruit pizzas combine a soft cookie base with a creamy topping and a variety of fresh fruit toppings. Not only are they irresistibly tasty, but they also offer a creative way for kids to enjoy their fruits. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a special treat!
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes (for the cookie base)
- Total Time: 45 minutes (plus chilling time)
Number of Servings and Serving Size
- Servings: 12 mini pizzas
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base
- All-Purpose Flour: 300 grams (0.66 pounds)
- Butter: 150 grams (0.33 pounds), softened
- Sugar: 100 grams (0.22 pounds)
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Topping
- Cream Cheese: 200 grams (0.44 pounds), softened
- Powdered Sugar: 50 grams (0.11 pounds)
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 teaspoon
For the Fruit Topping
- Assorted fruits such as strawberries, kiwis, blueberries, and grapes, sliced
Detailed Method of Preparation
Make Cookie Base
- Cream together butter and sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add flour until dough forms.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles using a cookie cutter. Place on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes or until golden. Let cool.
Prepare Topping
- Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Assemble Fruit Pizzas
- Spread cream cheese mixture over each cookie base.
- Arrange sliced fruits on top in a decorative pattern.
- Chill: Refrigerate the fruit pizzas for at least 30 minutes to set the topping.
- Serve: Enjoy these colorful mini fruit pizzas cold, perfect as a delightful dessert for kids.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Cookie Thickness: Ensure the cookie base is not too thick to maintain a good balance with the toppings.
- Fruit Variety: Use a variety of colors and textures in your fruit selection for visual appeal and taste.
- Serving Tip: These are best served the same day but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Can I make these fruit pizzas gluten-free? Yes, use a gluten-free flour blend for the cookie base.
- Can I use store-bought cookie dough? Absolutely, for a quicker alternative, you can use pre-made cookie dough.
- How can I prevent the fruit from making the base soggy? Assemble the fruit pizzas close to serving time to keep the base crisp.