This Banana Split Fruit Pizza combines two favorites in one delicious dessert that’s easy to prepare and sure to be a hit!
So…today’s the day! The last day of school. The day the kids have been waiting for with sheer excitement, the day I’ve been anticipating with my typical mixture of relief and fear. No more early morning rush, no more last minute lunches, no more nightly homework, no more classroom drama. But on the flip side? No more structure! Which always has me more than a little worried.
My plan? To start summer off with a bang. Meaning a trip to Chicago this weekend, play dates and zoo days and sleepovers next week, a summer bucket list to guarantee we take full advantage of the kids’ time off. And hopefully…..some structure. A la summer school, swimming lessons, daily quiet time….!?!? (Not likely, but I can dream, right??)
My other plan? To try my best to keep things simple. In our schedule, in our activities, and definitely in our kitchen! The good news? Summer is the perfect time for simplicity, and I KNOW I’m not the only one who needs things to be as quick and easy as possible. Which is why I know you’ll love this Banana Split Fruit Pizza as much as I do!
Not only does it make use of refrigerated sugar cookie dough (it doesn’t get easier than that), it’s made with just 10 ingredients and takes less than 20 minutes of prep. And best of all, it’s super fun and so impressive! Nothing says summer quite like a banana split dessert, and when it comes in the form of a fruit pizza? It’s a guaranteed win.
So we can all can keep our promise of a stress-free, simple summer….without completely giving up on making impressive things. Impressive, delicious things. Look out, summer. HERE! WE! COME!
Banana Split Fruit Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz. roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1/3 c. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla
- 1 large banana
- 8 fresh strawberries sliced
- 2 thinly sliced rings fresh pineapple cut into sixths
- 1 Tbsp. chopped nuts
- For chocolate ganache:
- 2 oz. bittersweet chocolate
- 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Press cookie dough evenly into greased 12-14 inch pizza pan.
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Bake 12-14 minutes or until crust is light golden brown. Cool completely.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla and mix until smooth.
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Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over crust.
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Top with sliced bananas, sliced strawberries, and sliced pineapple.
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Sprinkle with crushed nuts.
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For chocolate ganache:
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Bring cream just to a boil. Add chocolate and stir until completely melted.
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Drizzle over pizza.
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Serve immediately or soon after making.
Jess says
I always feel that way about summer. Part of me is thrilled, another is scared! I know my girls are happy and I am too – that is, until the fighting starts…we don’t get out till June 21st so we have more time but enjoy these first days!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
I’m thinking this would make the perfect summer dessert treat!
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
This is such a creative idea…my kids would love a fruity pizza.
Amanda | The Chunky Chef says
What an AWESOME idea for a fruit pizza!!!
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
This is one stunning pizza, Cathy – such a great way to celebrate the beginning of Summer!
Amy says
This has to be one of the best pizzas ever made! I want the whole thing for myself!
Madison | A Joyfully Mad Kitchen says
This is just wrong… so wrong but so right! I love everything about this yummy treat!
Shazia says
Superb!????????????Will try this for sure….Amazing clicks!
Katalina @ Peas & Peonies says
OMG I should totally try this!
Brooke Updegraff says
I just made this, even though I didn’t have a hug enough dish and enough room for all the fruit, my boys DEVOURED it! Thanks for the recipe
Carol says
I had not had this since I was in high school. I am now 61!! The post kept running across my FB page, and decided to make it. It was just as I remembered it….. delicious. It was a light, fruity dessert. Thanks for bringing me back to my childhood.
Cathy Trochelman says
Happy to bring back good memories!