Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup (150g) blueberries
  • 1 cup (150g) raspberries
  • 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) apricot preserves

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix just until the white streaks disappear.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 12–15 minutes until the edges are mahogany-colored and the center is set.
  5. Let the crust cool completely on the pan.
  6. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until completely smooth.
  7. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip on high for 2 minutes until light and airy.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled crust.
  9. Arrange the sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and kiwi on top of the frosting.
  10. Optional: Glaze the fruit with apricot preserves for a professional finish.
  11. Chill the completed pizza for 1 hour before slicing and serving.