Fruit Pizza Brown Sugar Cookie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Brown Sugar Cookie Crust
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190 g all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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113 g unsalted butter, softened
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110 g packed light brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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0.5 teaspoon almond extract
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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225 g low-fat cream cheese
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2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, or 120 g powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of fine sea salt
→ Topping
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Fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or assorted fresh fruit
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Optional: fresh honey, for drizzling
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a quarter sheet pan, a 23 x 33 cm baking dish, or a 30 cm round pizza pan with non-stick spray.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
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Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until fully blended, scraping down the sides as needed.
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Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Beat on low speed until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
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Press dough evenly into the prepared pan. Poke a few holes in the dough surface with a fork to minimize bubbling. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden.
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Transfer pan to a wire rack and allow crust to cool for 20 minutes.
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In a bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, maple syrup or honey (or powdered sugar), vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth.
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Spread frosting evenly over cooled cookie crust. Top generously with assorted fresh fruit and drizzle lightly with honey if desired. Slice and serve.
# Notes:
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For vibrant color and maximum freshness, arrange fruit just before serving. Avoid overmixing dough to maintain a tender cookie base.