Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
- 1/4 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup kiwi, sliced
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Pizza pan or baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place the pre-made pizza crust onto a pizza pan or baking sheet.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Spread the cream cheese mixture onto the pizza crust.
5. Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the cream cheese mixture.
6. Arrange the diced pineapple, sliced strawberries, blueberries, and sliced kiwi on top of the coconut.
7. Bake the pizza for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
9. Slice the pizza into wedges and serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 220mg
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 17g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of cream cheese, you can use mascarpone cheese or Greek yogurt.
- Instead of shredded coconut, you can use chopped almonds or pecans.
- Instead of fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple chunks.
Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or mangoes for a tropical twist.
- Use a gluten-free pizza crust for a gluten-free version.
- Top the pizza with a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce for extra sweetness.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing it with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Toast the shredded coconut in the oven for a few minutes before sprinkling it on the pizza for extra flavor.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza into wedges.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pizza in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a large platter and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Garnishes:
Fresh mint leaves
Pairings:
Serve the pizza with a glass of iced tea or a tropical fruit smoothie.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled shrimp skewers
- Coconut rice
- Mixed green salad with a citrus vinaigrette
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cream cheese mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to thin it out.
- If the pizza crust is too soft, bake it for a few extra minutes before adding the toppings.
Food safety advice:
Make sure all the fruits are washed and dried before using them in the recipe.
Food history:
Fruit pizza is a popular dessert in the United States, and it has been around since the 1980s.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tropical, creamy, and nutty.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pizza as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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