Delight your taste buds with a delightful treat by making Very Berry Brownie Pizza. This delicious dessert combines the rich chocolatey goodness of brownies with a creamy cream cheese topping and a burst of freshness from mixed berries. It’s a perfect combination of flavors and textures that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Why Make This Recipe
If you’re looking for a fun and creative dessert that’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress, Very Berry Brownie Pizza is the answer. It’s a unique twist on traditional brownies, perfect for special occasions, potlucks, or simply treating yourself to something sweet and indulgent.
How to Make Very Berry Brownie Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk, in addition to the other 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup flour, careful not to overmeasure
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups mixed berries
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Line a 9-inch round pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, followed by the flour and salt.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is set and the edges start to pull away from the sides. Allow to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Then beat in the powdered sugar.
- Remove the brownie from the pan by lifting up the aluminum foil, peel off the foil, and transfer the brownie to a serving plate. Ensure the brownie is fully cooled before proceeding.
- Frost the brownie with the cream cheese topping, then decorate with mixed berries.
How to Serve Very Berry Brownie Pizza
Serve slices of the Very Berry Brownie Pizza on a dessert plate, allowing the cream cheese topping to shine, complemented by the colorful array of mixed berries on top. It’s best enjoyed cold for a refreshing finish.
How to Store Very Berry Brownie Pizza
To store leftovers, cover the brownie pizza with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to a month.
Tips to Make Very Berry Brownie Pizza
- Be careful not to overmix the brownie batter, as it can result in a tough texture.
- Ensure the brownie is fully cooled before adding the cream cheese topping to prevent it from melting.
- Feel free to use your favorite combination of mixed berries for the topping for a personalized touch.
Variation
For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make a delicious gluten-free Very Berry Brownie Pizza.
Very Berry Brownie Pizza
Description
Enjoy a decadent treat with Very Berry Brownie Pizza, a delightful combination of rich brownies, creamy cream cheese frosting, and colorful mixed berries. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures for any sweet craving.Ingredients
Brownie Base
Topping
Decoration
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Line a 9-inch round pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
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Stir in the cocoa powder, followed by the flour and salt.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is set. Allow to cool completely.
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In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Then beat in the powdered sugar.
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Frost the brownie with the cream cheese topping, then decorate with mixed berries.
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Cholesterol 75mg25%
- Sodium 150mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 4g8%
- Vitamin A 600 IU
- Vitamin C 8 mg
- Calcium 50 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.