RECIPE--DESSERT PIZZA

 Dessert Pizza

Prep 5 min | Cook 25 min | Ready in 30 min

Ingredients:

For the pizza dough:

1 package (1/4 ounce or 7 grams) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (around 110°F or 43°C)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the cream cheese spread:

8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the toppings:

Fresh fruits (sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, etc.)
Chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
Chopped nuts (such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Optional: Shredded coconut or edible flowers for garnish
Instructions:

1. Prepare the pizza dough:

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients.

Stir everything together until a dough forms, then transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.

2. Preheat the oven:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Roll out and shape the dough:

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a circle or rectangle shape, depending on your preference.

Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

4. Prepare the cream cheese spread:

In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
5. Assemble the dessert pizza:

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Arrange the sliced fresh fruits, chocolate chips or shavings, and chopped nuts on top of the cream cheese spread.

6. Bake the dessert pizza:

Place the assembled dessert pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown.
7. Add finishing touches:

Once the dessert pizza is done baking, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the toppings for added sweetness.

Optionally, sprinkle shredded coconut or garnish with edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.

8. Serve and enjoy:

Slice the dessert pizza into wedges or squares and serve it warm or at room temperature.
This modern Dessert Pizza offers a delightful combination of creamy, fruity, and chocolatey flavors atop a soft and slightly sweet pizza crust. It's a fun and impressive dessert that will be a hit with family and friends on any occasion.