Description
Enjoy these vibrant and easy Fruit Pizza Cookies featuring a soft, flavorful cookie base topped with creamy plant-based cheese and fresh fruit for a refreshing, colorful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup plant-based butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Creamy Topping
- 1 cup plant-based cheese (cream cheese style)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
Fruit Topping
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Fresh kiwi, sliced
- Fresh blueberries
- Fresh mandarin oranges, peeled and sectioned
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough: Cream the plant-based butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract (natural). Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms. Chill the dough briefly in the refrigerator for easier handling.
- Shape and bake the cookies: Roll the dough into even-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten each slightly with your fingers or a glass. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool completely.
- Prepare the creamy topping: Whip the plant-based cheese with powdered sugar (natural) and lemon juice until smooth and silky. If a firmer texture is desired, gently mix in a small amount of natural gelling agent until well incorporated.
- Assemble and decorate: Spread a generous layer of the creamy cheese topping over each cooled cookie. Arrange slices of fresh fruit artistically on top to add vibrant color and freshness.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and chewy.
- Use ripe, firm fruits that hold up well without releasing too much juice.
- Chill the dough to maintain shape and prevent spreading during baking.
- Use room temperature plant-based cheese for a smooth, spreadable topping.
- Create bite-sized portions for easy serving and entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Fruit Pizza Cookies, plant-based, vegan, colorful cookies, fresh fruit dessert, easy baking, party treats
