Save to Pinterest Under the Sea: Mermaid Tail Fruit Pizza A whimsical and colorful dessert pizza featuring a sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy frosting and an array of vibrant fresh fruit arranged in a beautiful mermaid tail pattern—perfect for parties or themed celebrations.
This recipe brings a fun and vibrant twist to traditional fruit pizza that my family absolutely adores every time I make it.
Ingredients
- Sugar Cookie Crust: 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened, 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream Cheese Frosting: 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese softened, 1/3 cup (80 g) unsalted butter softened, 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, Food coloring optional teal or purple for a mermaid theme
- Fruit Toppings: 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup kiwi peeled and sliced, 1/2 cup strawberries hulled and sliced, 1/2 cup grapes halved (red or green), 1/2 cup mango or pineapple diced, 1/2 cup blackberries or raspberries
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Step 5:
- On the prepared baking sheet, use your hands or a spatula to shape the dough into a large mermaid tail (about 12–14 inches long). Use a knife or template to refine the shape if desired.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 7:
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy. If desired, tint with food coloring.
- Step 8:
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
- Step 9:
- Arrange the fruit in overlapping rows to mimic mermaid tail scales, using different colors for a vibrant effect.
- Step 10:
- Chill the pizza for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings joy when shared at family gatherings with kids marveling at the colorful mermaid tail design.
Notes
Edible glitter or colored sanding sugar can add extra sparkle. Pair with sparkling lemonade or fruity mocktails for a festive vibe.
Required Tools
Large baking sheet, Parchment paper, Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or hand mixer, Spatula, Knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (wheat), dairy (butter, cream cheese), and eggs. Check ingredient labels for processed items to avoid hidden allergens.
Save to Pinterest This dessert is a showstopper perfect for any celebration bringing smiles with every slice.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of crust is used for the base?
A sugar cookie dough crust is shaped into a mermaid tail and baked until lightly golden and crisp on the edges.
- → How is the creamy topping prepared?
The frosting is made by beating together cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
- → Which fruits work best for the colorful topping?
A combination of blueberries, kiwi, strawberries, grapes, mango or pineapple, and blackberries or raspberries provides vibrant colors and complementary flavors.
- → Can I substitute store-bought dough?
Yes, using pre-made sugar cookie dough can save time while still providing a delicious base for the fruit design.
- → How should the fruit be arranged?
The fruit is layered in overlapping rows to simulate scales of a mermaid tail, creating a colorful and textured effect.
- → Is chilling necessary before serving?
Chilling the assembled dessert for about 20 minutes helps set the frosting and enhances the flavors for a refreshing finish.