Bavarian Dessert Pizza
Bavarian dessert pizza starts with a baked pastry or cookie-style crust spread with a chilled Bavarian cream filling, then topped with fresh fruit. The crust and cream can be prepared separately ahead of time, with final assembly taking just a few minutes. It serves well as a shareable centerpiece dessert for gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour ensure it is sifted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter cold and diced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water ice cold
For the Topping:
- 1 cup Bavarian cream prepared or store-bought
- ½ cup fresh strawberries sliced thinly
- ¼ cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon apricot jam warmed
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, diced butter and work it into the flour using your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually pour ice-cold water and mix until the dough begins to hold together.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a baking sheet and prick all over with a fork to prevent bubbling. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
- Bake the Crust: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Apply the Toppings: Spread the Bavarian cream evenly over the cooled crust. Arrange the sliced strawberries and blueberries artistically on top.
- Finishing Touch: Heat the apricot jam in a small saucepan until fluid. Using a pastry brush, gently glaze the fruit to add shine and a hint of sweetness.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling a dash of cinnamon over the fruit before glazing.
- For a different texture, substitute the Bavarian cream with a rich mascarpone cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 104mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
Tried this recipe?Rate This Recipe!
