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Easy No-Bake Berry Fruit Pizza Recipe with Sugar Cookie Crust for Perfect Summer Desserts

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A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a tender sugar cookie crust topped with a light cream cheese mixture and fresh berries, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup (70g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • ⅓ cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh raspberries
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon apricot jam (warmed for glazing)

Instructions

  1. Make the Sugar Cookie Crust: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes). Add vanilla extract and mix briefly. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough just starts to come together. Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball that holds without being sticky (about 2-3 tablespoons). Do not overwork the dough.
  2. Press the Dough Into the Pan: Transfer the dough to a 9-inch round pizza pan. Using your fingers or the bottom of a glass, press the dough evenly across the pan’s bottom and slightly up the sides to form a shallow crust. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Topping: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beat until combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks (about 3-5 minutes). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
  4. Assemble the Fruit Pizza: Once the crust is firm, spread the cream cheese topping evenly over it, smoothing out with a spatula. Arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries on top in an even layer or pattern. Optionally, brush warmed apricot jam over the berries for a glossy finish.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled pizza for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the topping set. Slice with a sharp knife and serve cold.

Notes

Do not overwork the dough to avoid toughness. Chill the crust for at least 30 minutes to firm it up. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and fold gently to keep topping light. Use fresh berries for best results; frozen berries should be thawed and drained. Warming apricot jam before glazing adds shine but is optional. Chill assembled pizza for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours for best texture. If crust is too soft after chilling, a quick 5-minute freeze helps firm it up. Wipe knife clean between slices for neat berry presentation.

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Keywords: no-bake dessert, berry fruit pizza, sugar cookie crust, summer dessert, easy dessert, cream cheese topping, fresh berries

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