Pin Under the Sea: Mermaid Tail Fruit Pizza 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.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Category: Dessert Difficulty: Easy Cuisine: American Yield: 8 servings Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 5:
- On the prepared baking sheet, use your hands or a spatula to shape the dough into a large mermaid tail (about 1214 inches long). Use a knife or template to refine the shape if desired.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 1315 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 7:
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy. If desired, tint with food coloring.
- Step 8:
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
- Step 9:
- Arrange the fruit in overlapping rows to mimic mermaid tail scales, using different colors for a vibrant effect.
- Step 10:
- Chill the pizza for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Pin 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.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310 Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 42 g Protein: 4 g
Pin Recipe Q&A
- → What fruits work best for the topping?
Brightly colored fruits like strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, grapes, mango, and blackberries create vibrant layers resembling mermaid tail scales.
- → Can I prepare the base in advance?
Yes, the sugar cookie crust can be baked ahead and cooled completely before adding the frosting and fruit.
- → How do I achieve the mermaid tail shape?
Shape the dough into a large tail using hands or a template before baking, refining the edges with a knife if needed.
- → Is it possible to customize the frosting color?
Food coloring can be added to the cream cheese frosting to match the theme, typically teal or purple hues.
- → How should this dessert be stored?
Keep chilled in the refrigerator and cover to maintain freshness until served.