This delightful snowman fruit cookie pizza is a fun and festive treat perfect for winter celebrations, holiday parties, or cozy family baking nights. Combining the sweetness of a sugar cookie crust with creamy frosting and an array of colorful fruit, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Kids and adults alike will love decorating the snowman with their favorite fruit, making it a creative and interactive holiday activity. Plus, it¡¯s easy to prepare and can be customized with seasonal fruit or candy for added charm.
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INGREDIENTS
For the Sugar Cookie Base:
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? 1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
? 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for rolling)
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For the Frosting:
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? 8 oz cream cheese, softened
? 1/3 cup granulated sugar
? 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For the Snowman Decoration:
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? 1 banana, sliced (for snowman body)
? 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced (for hat and scarf)
? 6 blueberries (for buttons and eyes)
? 1 strawberry, sliced (for scarf or hat)
? 1 piece of dried apricot or a mini carrot sliver (for nose)
? Mini chocolate chips or black grapes (optional, for eyes and buttons)
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Prepare the Cookie Crust:
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? Preheat oven to 350¡ãF (175¡ãC).
? Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the cookie dough into a large oval or round shape about 1/4 inch thick on a greased or parchment-lined baking
sheet.
? Bake for 12¨C15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
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2. Make the Frosting:
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? In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
? Spread evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
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3. Decorate the Snowman:
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? Arrange banana slices in three stacked circles to form the snowman¡¯s body.
? Use blueberries or mini chocolate chips for the eyes and buttons.
? Add a sliver of dried apricot or carrot for the nose.
? Create a hat and scarf using kiwi and strawberry slices. Get creative with any extra fruit for snowy background or accessories!
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4. Serve and Enjoy:
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? Chill for 15¨C20 minutes before slicing to set the frosting.
? Cut into squares or wedges and serve cold.
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Tips:
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? Substitute the sugar cookie base with a homemade version if desired.
? Let kids build their own mini snowmen on individual cookie rounds for a fun DIY dessert station.
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Enjoy this whimsical, fruity winter treat!
