# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Sugar Cookie Crust
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Food coloring (optional, teal or purple)
→ Fruit Toppings
13 - 1/2 cup blueberries
14 - 1/2 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
15 - 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
16 - 1/2 cup grapes, halved (red or green)
17 - 1/2 cup mango or pineapple, diced
18 - 1/2 cup blackberries or raspberries
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
05 - Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a large mermaid tail approximately 12 to 14 inches long. Use a knife or template to refine the shape if desired.
06 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
07 - Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Tint with food coloring if desired.
08 - Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
09 - Place the fruit in overlapping rows over the frosting to mimic mermaid tail scales, using various colors for a vibrant effect.
10 - Refrigerate the assembled fruit pizza for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
