Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are a fun, festive, and colorful springtime dessert that combines soft sugar cookie bases shaped like Easter eggs with a sweet cream cheese frosting and vibrant fresh fruit toppings. They’re perfect for Easter gatherings, brunches, or a family baking activity that kids will love decorating.

ingredients

this Recipe

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

sugar cookie dough (homemade or store-bought)
cream cheese (softened)
powdered sugar
vanilla extract
fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, raspberries, mango)
lemon zest (optional, for extra freshness)

directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll out the sugar cookie dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Use an egg-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.

Place the egg-shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting over each cooled cookie.

Top with sliced fresh fruit, arranging it in fun patterns to mimic colorful Easter eggs.

Add a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired for extra brightness.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 12-16 fruit pizzas, depending on size.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 8-10 minutes
Cooling and decorating time: 20 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes

Variations

Use flavored cream cheese, like strawberry or lemon, for a twist.
Make mini fruit pizzas for bite-sized treats.
Try different fruit combinations according to what’s in season.
Drizzle with a bit of honey or melted white chocolate for extra sweetness.

storage/reheating

Store decorated Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
For best results, decorate just before serving to keep the fruit fresh and vibrant.
Do not freeze assembled fruit pizzas; instead, freeze the plain sugar cookies if needed.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?
You can bake the cookies and prepare the frosting in advance, but decorate with fruit just before serving.

What fruits work best?
Firm, colorful fruits like berries, kiwi, grapes, and mango work well and hold their shape nicely.

Can I use a different base instead of sugar cookies?
Yes, try a shortbread base or even graham cracker crust rounds.

Can kids help make these?
Absolutely! Kids love decorating the “eggs” with fruit.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Use a gluten-free sugar cookie dough to make it gluten-free.

How do I keep the fruit from making the frosting runny?
Pat fruit slices dry with a paper towel before adding them.

Conclusion

Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas are a cheerful and customizable treat that bring joy and creativity to your Easter celebration. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate, and delicious to eat—perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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