Name: Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas: A Colorful Treat for Your Holiday Table
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-483891H22M1S
Total time: PT-483891H22M1S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade); 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, bananas, grapes); Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free sugar cookie dough; Dairy-Free: Substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative and use dairy-free cookie dough

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Easter is all about joy, renewal, and of course, delicious food. If you’re looking for a fun, colorful, and healthy treat to brighten up your Easter celebration, these Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are the perfect choice. They’re playful, easy to make, and will definitely add a pop of color to your table. Whether you’re celebrating with family or friends, these mini fruit pizzas are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are not only beautiful to look at, but they’re also incredibly tasty and light. The sugar cookie base provides the perfect sweet contrast to the fresh fruit toppings, while the cream cheese frosting adds a creamy richness without being too heavy. Plus, they’re easy to make, and you can get creative with the fruits to match your Easter theme. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a festive treat that’s both fun and full of flavor!

Ingredients

You’ll find the full list of ingredients below, but here’s a quick peek at what you’ll need:

Sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Cream cheese
Powdered sugar
Vanilla extract
Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, bananas, and grapes)

Once you have these on hand, you’ll be ready to make these adorable fruit pizzas in no time!

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Base

Start by preheating your oven according to the sugar cookie dough package instructions or your homemade dough recipe. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface, and using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out medium-sized circles. These will be your pizza bases. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until golden brown, usually 8-10 minutes. Let them cool completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

While the cookies are cooling, it’s time to make the creamy frosting. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. You can add a little extra powdered sugar to taste if you like your frosting sweeter. This frosting is what will hold the fruit toppings and make each bite irresistibly creamy.

Step 3: Assemble the Pizzas

Once your cookies have cooled and your frosting is ready, spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each sugar cookie. You want the frosting to cover the entire surface so that every bite is packed with flavor.

Step 4: Add the Fruit

Now comes the fun part—decorating the fruit pizzas! Slice your fresh fruit into bite-sized pieces, and then arrange them on top of the frosting. To make it look like Easter eggs, you can group the fruit in colorful patterns or even create little “egg” shapes with the fruit. Let your creativity shine! You can also use multiple colors of fruit to create a rainbow effect.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

Once your Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are decorated, chill them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This helps the frosting set and gives the pizzas a nice, cool bite. Then, slice and serve them as a fun, fresh dessert for your holiday celebration.

Expert Tips and Tricks

Use fresh fruit: The fresher the fruit, the better the pizzas will taste! Choose fruits that are in season for the best flavor and color variety.
Chill before serving: Chilling the assembled pizzas for a bit helps the frosting firm up and makes them easier to slice without making a mess.
Make them bite-sized: If you’re serving these to a crowd, you can make smaller, mini versions by cutting the cookie dough into smaller circles and adjusting the fruit topping accordingly.

Recipe Variations and Possible Substitutions

Gluten-Free Option: If you or your guests are gluten-free, you can easily swap the sugar cookie dough for a gluten-free version or use a gluten-free sugar cookie mix.
Dairy-Free Option: For a dairy-free treat, substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free cream cheese alternative and use a dairy-free cookie dough.
Fruit Substitutions: Feel free to use any fruits you love! Raspberries, blackberries, and even pineapple chunks would make wonderful additions to your fruit pizzas.

Serving and Pairing Suggestions

These Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are perfect on their own as a sweet treat, but they also pair wonderfully with other Easter goodies. Serve them alongside some fresh lemonade or a light sparkling water for a refreshing balance. If you’re hosting a brunch, they make a fun and festive addition to the table alongside other light dishes like quiche, fresh salads, or deviled eggs.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Since the cream cheese frosting is perishable, store any leftover fruit pizzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for about 1-2 days, but they’re best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftover cookies without frosting, you can store those in a separate container at room temperature and add the frosting and fruit toppings later when you’re ready to serve.

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought frosting instead of making my own?

Yes! If you’re short on time, store-bought frosting works just fine. Just be sure to pick one that has a smooth texture and mild flavor to complement the fruit.

2. Can I prepare these fruit pizzas ahead of time?

You can prepare the sugar cookie bases and frosting a day ahead, but it’s best to assemble the pizzas the day you plan to serve them. This way, the fruit stays fresh and the frosting doesn’t become too soggy.

3. What fruits are best for these pizzas?

You can really use any fruit you like! Strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and grapes are all excellent choices. For a fun Easter twist, consider adding colorful fruits like mango or dragon fruit to create an even more vibrant look.

4. Can I freeze these fruit pizzas?

While the base and frosting freeze well, the fruit might not hold up as nicely after freezing. It’s better to freeze the sugar cookies and frosting separately, and then assemble the fruit pizzas fresh when you’re ready to serve.

Conclusion

These Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are the perfect way to bring some springtime cheer to your holiday celebrations. They’re simple to make, customizable with your favorite fruits, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re looking for a fun treat for the kids or a festive dessert for adults, these fruit pizzas are a sweet, colorful addition to your Easter spread. Give them a try—you’ll be amazed at how easy and fun they are to make!

Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas: A Colorful Treat for Your Holiday Table

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Author: Emily
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Total Time: 40-45 minutes (including chilling)
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dessert, Holiday Treat
Method: Baking, Chilling
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These festive Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas feature a sugar cookie base topped with a creamy frosting and colorful, fresh fruit. Perfect for your holiday table, these playful and light mini pizzas are a hit with both kids and adults.

Ingredients

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1 package sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, bananas, grapes)

Optional Variations:

Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free sugar cookie dough
Dairy-Free: Substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative and use dairy-free cookie dough

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Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Base:
Preheat your oven according to the sugar cookie dough package instructions or your homemade dough recipe. Roll out the dough and cut into medium-sized circles. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool completely.
Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and fluffy. Adjust the sweetness by adding extra powdered sugar, if desired.
Assemble the Pizzas:
Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese frosting over each cooled cookie.
Add the Fruit:
Slice your fresh fruit into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on top of the frosting, creating colorful patterns or “egg” shapes. Get creative with the designs!
Chill and Serve:
Chill the assembled pizzas in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to help set the frosting.

Notes

Use fresh, in-season fruit for the best flavor and color variety.
Make mini versions by cutting the dough into smaller circles if serving a crowd.
For a more fun and vibrant look, add fruits like mango or dragon fruit.