Description
A light and refreshing dessert that combines a sturdy sugar cookie crust with zesty lemon cream cheese frosting and vibrant spring fruits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 kiwi, sliced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- Citrus dessert glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until smooth.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until combined.
- Roll out the dough on parchment paper into an oval shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden, then let cool.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of frosting over the cooled sugar cookie crust.
- Arrange sliced strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and grapes decoratively on top.
- Brush with citrus glaze if desired to add shine.
- Serve fresh and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, prepare the crust and frosting ahead of time and assemble shortly before serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg