Description
Cherry Dessert Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, blending sweet and savory flavors in every bite. Featuring a flaky crust topped with juicy cherries, creamy filling, and a glossy glaze, this dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family nights. Each slice is a burst of vibrant flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to make and adapt, it’s a show-stopping treat that brings everyone together around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (12 inches)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ cup cherry glaze (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza crust on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter and transfer it to the baking sheet.
- Bake the crust for approximately 15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once the crust cools slightly, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it.
- Scatter cherries generously on top of the cream cheese layer and drizzle with cherry glaze.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg