About Glazed Fruit Pizza
A few weeks ago an old friend of mine and I rented an RV, packed it all our stuff, loaded up the dogs (yes, all four of them), and took a 20-hour road trip to a tiny rural town outside of Houston, Texas. We were there visiting his mother (and my new mother-in-law, as of last September) and her an old friend of mine to belatedly celebrate the holidays.
The whole trip was quite the endeavour, but it was only fair we travel cross country – they’ve made the same journey to our house for the past two years.
Aside from the actual drive (which was rough, to put it mildly – those RV’s are not made for traveling in comfort), our actual stay in Texas was easy and restful. We did take one day trip to Galveston (so that I could see the ocean), but otherwise, we mostly hung around the house, playing board games and watching the dogs play.
But the best part?
One on one of those stay-at-home days, my mother-in-law let me raid her recipe stash.
Now, up until this point in the trip, we’d already talked a great deal about cooking, particularly about a fruit pizza recipe she used to make when an old friend of mine was a kid – but alas, she was certain the recipe was lost. I tried searching around on Pinterest for a similar recipe, but she kept shaking her head, insisting the recipes I showed her weren’t like the one she remembered. It seems the “newer” recipes were all too complicated or used the wrong sugar.
By the end of the week, we had both given up on the idea of ever making her fruit pizza again .. until she was hunting through some old cookbooks and the fruit pizza recipe card fell out.
So, there we were, with the full recipe for the Mythical Fruit Pizza of Legendary Awesomness back in our possession… and there was really only one thing to do:
Bake that fruit pizza ASAP!
Thankfully I remembered to bring my photography equipment (thank you, RV, for all the extra storage!) because, you guys – this fruit pizza lived up to every bit of the hype.
I’m so happy I could capture this moment… and, no joke, it was “just” a moment – my mother-in-law and I practically devoured this fruit pizza all by ourselves.
Our an old friend of mines were only able to sneak a slice because they came home at just the right time.
What I love most about this recipe: it can be different every time you make it.
You can use any type of fruit you want, and you can use any type of fruit juice to make the fruit pizza glaze, resulting in a completely different taste each time.
And since it’s chilled and the fruit is “sealed” by the glaze, it’s the perfect treat to bring to parties.
I know I’m looking forward to making this during the summer months with all the fresh fruits of the season!
Recipe Details
Glazed Fruit Pizza
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray a flat and shallow 9x9 baking dish (9-12 inches wide) with cooking spray.
- Add powdered sugar, unsalted butter, and all-purpose flour and mix together (don't be afraid to use your hands!).
- Once dough is incorporated, place in prepared baking dish. Flatten dough into and even layer, leaving a slight lip of dough around the edges of the dish.
- Bake sugar cookie crust for 20 minutes. Allow to cool.
Using a stand mixer (or hand mixer + medium bowl), beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together on high. Cover and set aside while crust cools.
- If needed or desired, cut up your chosen fruit so that it will lay flat on the fruit pizza. Set aside.
- When sugar crust as cooled, spread cream cheese mixture on top of crust. Arrange fruit on top. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add cornstarch, fruit juice *, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thick.
- Pour fruit juice glaze on top of the fruit pizza, making sure to cover all of the fruit.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Recipe Notes
* For the fruit juice, you can use any clear (no pulp) juice. A good example would be apple juice. If you're using canned fruit, you can even use the syrup from the can. Don't be afraid to try different flavor combinations - it will make your fruit pizza a little different every time!
Really beautiful recipe! I am such a fan of kiwi!
Thank you Linda! 😀
That is one gorgeous fruit pizza! I can see my little girl totally falling in love with this and it’s perfect for this time as I feel like it’s spring in the midst of winter when I see this! Super yum!!!
I know, right? We will bring spring into existence by sheer force of will (or baking desserts :D)
Looks and sounds delicious! I love vintage recipes and am excited to see what other treasures you found in her recipe stash!
Thank you Olivia! I’ll be going through the recipe cards soon, can’t wait!
This sounds amazing! I’ve had fruit pizza before but never with a glaze on top, I bet it makes it even better!
Molly and Stacie
The glaze takes it to a whole other level 😀 Thanks Molly!
Oh, yummy! I love fruit pizza, and this sounds fantastic!
Thank you Leah!
I think I’d devour that pizza instantly, too!!! Your RV trip doesn’t sound ideal, but this was definitely a sweet reward. 🙂
Have a great weekend!
Very true Blair! 😀 Thanks!
There is a reason old school simple recipes stand the test of time. This looks not only beautiful but it also looks delicious
Thank you Michelle! It’s so true, and I can’t wait to see what other classic recipes are on the recipe cards my mother-in-law gave me 😀
I need a slice of this now! It has been years since I have made a fruit tart, your is beautiful!
Thank you Mary!
This looks so amazing! I am always looking for a lighter option for desserts and this looks perfect! Definitely trying this out!
Thanks Libby! 😀
This was one of my favorite treats as a kid! Love the grown up version.
🙂 chloe // paperairplaneblog.com
I know, right? I never got to have this as a kid, so I’ve got make up for lost time 😀
Ooo so pretty!! And nothing beats a classic recipe that only mom can make (until she shares her secrets with you)! I love the idea of being able to make this with so many different fruits – what a great treat!
Thanks Patricia! 😀
Oh YES! I would devour this in just a moment as well! What a beautiful fruit pizza, and I love the story of how the recipe just fell out after it was thought to be lost forever. So glad you found it, and how wonderful to have the experience of making your an old friend of mine’s former favorite dish with his mom!
Ha, according to an old friend of mine, hearing his mother and I work on the recipe was… interesting 😀 But we got it done! And really, it was fun 😀
Not only would I love this but my kids would too, I’m planning the twins’ birthday party right now and I may just put this on the menu!
Aww, perfect! If you make it, I’d love to hear what the girls thought 😀
Yummy. I’ve made fruit pizza before, but never a glazed one.
The glaze makes this recipe I think 😀 A whole other level of sweetness.
This looks soooooo good. And there is nothing better than cooking a childhood recipe with moms and grandmas. The best recipes always fall out of books!
😀 Too true! Thanks Rosie!
Fruit pizza has been a long time favorite of mine! I’ve never tried making it at home, but now I definitely will!
It’s super easy 🙂 If you make it, I hope you love it!
I totally just pinned for my next brunch!
This looks incredible! Fruit pizza is one of my favorite desserts that I somehow always forget about. This looks perfect with that glaze on top!
The glaze makes it 😀 Thanks Aimee!
This story is so similar to mine, in that I have searched my recipes and cant find my copy, which is what brought me to find this online. I tried one last yr in replacement and it was jus4 not right. This one sounds so similar to the recipe I got from my family 30 yrs ago. Im going to try this one and compare.
Thank You , Judie
I’m glad you found it Judie! If you make it, I’d love to hear how it compares 😀
Oh man. Yum!!!!! Do you cool your glaze slightly or just pour it over the fruit pizza right when it’s done?