Pin Recipe A whimsical and colorful dessert pizza featuring a sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy frosting and an array of vibrant fresh fruit arranged in a beautiful mermaid tail pattern—perfect for parties or themed celebrations.
A whimsical and colorful dessert pizza featuring a sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy frosting and an array of vibrant fresh fruit arranged in a beautiful mermaid tail pattern—perfect for parties or themed celebrations.
Ingredients
- Sugar Cookie Crust: 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream Cheese Frosting: 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened, 1/3 cup (80 g) unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, Food coloring (optional, teal or purple for a mermaid theme)
- Fruit Toppings: 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced, 1/2 cup grapes, halved (red or green), 1/2 cup mango or pineapple, diced, 1/2 cup blackberries or raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C):
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Combine dough:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape dough:
- On the prepared baking sheet, use your hands or a spatula to shape the dough into a large mermaid tail (about 12 14 inches long). Use a knife or template to refine the shape if desired.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy. If desired, tint with food coloring.
- Spread frosting:
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
- Arrange fruit:
- Arrange the fruit in overlapping rows to mimic mermaid tail scales, using different colors for a vibrant effect.
- Chill:
- Chill the pizza for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Pin Recipe This dessert always brings a smile when served at family gatherings and kids love helping arrange the fruit!
Notes
Edible glitter or colored sanding sugar can add extra sparkle. Pair with sparkling lemonade or fruity mocktails for a festive vibe.
Required Tools
Large baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls, electric mixer or hand mixer, spatula, knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (wheat), dairy (butter, cream cheese), and eggs. Check ingredient labels for processed items to avoid hidden allergens.
Pin Recipe This fruit pizza is a showstopper perfect for summer parties and kids birthday celebrations.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the crust into a mermaid tail?
After preparing the dough, form it on a parchment-lined baking sheet into a large tail shape about 12–14 inches long. Use a knife or template to refine the edges before baking.
- → Can I use store-bought dough instead?
Yes, store-bought sugar cookie dough provides a convenient shortcut without compromising the final appearance or taste.
- → What fruits work best for the topping?
Berries, kiwi, grapes, mango, pineapple, and sliced strawberries all add vibrant color and fresh flavors ideal for the tail design.
- → How do I achieve the colorful frosting effect?
Adding teal or purple food coloring to the cream cheese frosting enhances the mermaid theme with beautiful, playful hues.
- → Is chilling necessary before serving?
Chilling for about 20 minutes helps set the frosting and keeps the fruit fresh, making slicing easier and presentation neater.