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Classic Funfetti Dessert Pizza

This dessert pizza features a soft, chewy sugar cookie crust, a sweet cream cheese frosting, and a rainbow of fun toppings. It's endlessly customizable, simple to make, and always a crowd favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package refrigerated sugar cookie dough About 16-18 oz. For best results, use a high-quality brand or your favorite homemade dough.
  • 4 oz cream cheese Full-fat, softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sifted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles For mixing into the dough (jimmies work best)
  • Assorted toppings e.g., mini chocolate chips, M&M's, crushed cookies, fresh berries, chocolate sauce

Equipment

  • 12-inch round pizza pan or large rimmed baking sheet
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Pizza cutter or sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan or a large baking sheet. Press the cookie dough evenly across the pan, forming a circle about 1/4-inch thick. Trust me, using your fingers is the easiest way to get an even layer. Prick the dough all over with a fork to prevent large air bubbles.
  2. Bake the cookie crust for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn a light golden brown. The center will still look soft—this is crucial for a chewy texture. Believe me, overbaking leads to a hard crust. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the pan. This can take 30-45 minutes; rushing this will melt your frosting.
  3. While the crust cools, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Tip from me: Scrape down the bowl halfway through to ensure no lumps.
  4. Add the sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the cream cheese mixture. Beat on low speed until the sugar is incorporated, then increase to medium-high and beat for another 1-2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  5. Once the cookie crust is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top, leaving a small border. Now for the fun part: decorate! Add your rainbow sprinkles, chocolate chips, candies, or any other toppings you love. Slice into wedges with a pizza cutter and serve immediately.

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For a crispier crust, bake for the full 14 minutes. For a softer, more dough-like crust, bake for 12.
• Let the crust cool completely! Warm crust will cause the frosting to become runny.
• Serve within 2 hours of decorating for the best texture, or store toppings separately.
Food Safety:
• Ensure cream cheese and butter are properly refrigerated before and after use.
• If using fresh fruit, add just before serving and refrigerate leftovers promptly.