Strawberry Fruit Pizza with Sugar Cookie Crust

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Sugar Cookie Crust

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Press sugar cookie dough evenly into a greased 12-inch pizza pan or round baking sheet.
3. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow crust to cool completely before frosting.

Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

4. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
5. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until light and spreadable.

Step 3: Prepare the Strawberry Glaze

6. In a saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the strawberry JELL-O powder until dissolved. Let glaze cool slightly before using.

Step 4: Assemble the Fruit Pizza

8. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
9. Arrange sliced strawberries in a circular pattern over the frosting.
10. Spoon the strawberry glaze gently over the strawberries, coating them evenly.

Step 5: Chill and Serve