There are many desserts that characterize summertime, especially desserts that
are light and use fresh fruit. This refreshing dish is a sweet variation of
pizza, is full of flavor, and makes a great presentation.
Summer Dessert Pizza
Ingredients
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¼ cup butter or margarine, softened
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½ cup sugar
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1 egg
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¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon lemon extract
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup confectioners’ (powdered) sugar
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1 cup whipped topping
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1 firm banana, sliced
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1 cup sliced, fresh strawberries
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1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
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2 kiwifruit, peeled and thinly sliced
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½ cup fresh blueberries
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GLAZE: ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup orange juice, ¼ cup water, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Preparation
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In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar; beat in egg and extracts. Combine
flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add to creamed mixture. Beat well.
Cover and chill for 30 minutes. Press dough into a greased 12-inch by 14-inch
pizza pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes or until light golden
brown. Cool completely.
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In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Add
whipped topping; mix well. Spread over crust. Arrange fruit on top. Combine
glaze ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Boil
for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
Brush over fruit. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
