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Texas-Style Heirloom Fruit Pizza: A Southern Family Tradition

If you're looking to impress your loved ones with a dessert that’s both vibrant and delicious, our Texas-Style Heirloom Fruit Pizza is the perfect choice. This authentic Southern dish from Sincere Scribbles is a cherished family recipe, passed down through generations, offering a sweet, colorful, and refreshing treat for any occasion. Every slice of this fruit pizza reflects the love and tradition of my family’s culinary heritage, originating from Sinton, Texas.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Brunch, Dessert, Dessert Recipes, Food Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Kid Friendly Recipes, Snack, Snack Recipes, Snacks, Summer Recipes, Vegan Recipes
Cuisine American, Dessert, Sweets
Servings 10

Equipment

  • 1 Round Baking Sheet
  • 1 Small Sauce Pot
  • 1 Chopping Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 roll sugar cookie dough
  • 4 oz cool whip
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can mandarin oranges
  • 10 medium strawberries
  • 1 large banana, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 5 large cherries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup frozen orange juice
  • 2 tbsps lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Optional: Switch out fruits for your favorite ones

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Base: Roll out the sugar cookie dough onto a pizza pan and bake according to the package instructions. Allow the cookie crust to cool completely before moving on to the next step.
  • Whip It Together: Mix together the cool whip and softened cream cheese until smooth. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
  • Layer with Love: Arrange the mandarin oranges, strawberries, banana slices, blueberries, and cherries on top of the cream layer in a visually appealing pattern. Get creative with your fruit arrangement!
  • Create the Citrus Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the frozen orange juice, lemon juice, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens into a glaze. Allow it to cool slightly before drizzling it over the fruit.
  • Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the fruit pizza for about 30 minutes to set. Slice it up and enjoy this refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert!