Brownie Pizza
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Brownie Pizza
Description
This recipe starts with a boxed brownie mix combined with eggs, vegetable oil, and water to form a smooth batter that's baked in a 9-inch round pan to create the crust. The result is a moist brownie base with a tender crumb. After cooling, the crust is topped with a frosting made by beating softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy, then mixing in powdered sugar and vanilla extract to create a smooth, creamy layer.
Fresh fruits such as berries, bananas, clementines, and kiwi are arranged on top in decorative patterns. Optionally, melted apricot jelly can be drizzled over the fruit to add shine and help preserve freshness. The finished dessert is served in slices, making it ideal for parties or casual gatherings.
Leftovers should be covered and refrigerated, and use a variety of firm, colorful fruits that hold their shape well. The recipe typically yields eight slices when baked in the specified pan. The cream cheese should be softened at room temperature for easier blending and a clump-free frosting.
Ingredients
For the brownie crust:
- 1 box brownie mix (see note 1)
- 3 egg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
For the frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened (see note 2)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For decorating the brownie pizza:
- Fresh fruit such as berries, bananas, clementines, and kiwi (see note 3)
- apricot jelly melted, for drizzling, optional
Instructions
To make the brownie crust:
- Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and coat the paper and sides of pan with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk brownie mix, eggs, oil, and water until smooth. Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out mostly dry with a few crumbs attached, about 40 minutes. Cool completely.
To make the frosting:
- While the cake is cooling, in a stand mixer or with an electric hand mixer, beat together cream cheese and butter until pale and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla smooth and creamy.
To decorate the brownie pizza:
- Use a plastic knife to cut around the inside of the pan to loosen the cake. Remove from the pan and peal the parchment paper from the bottom. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Top with the cream cheese frosting. Arrange fresh fruit in a design or pattern and brush with melted apricot jelly. Cut and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Store leftover brownie pizza covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Use a 16.3- to 18.3-ounce boxed brownie mix for best crust texture and size.
- Soften cream cheese by slicing into cubes and letting it reach room temperature before mixing to ensure smooth frosting.
- Choose fresh fruits that keep their shape and color when exposed to air, like berries and citrus segments. Applying apricot jelly glaze helps preserve their appearance.
- This recipe yields about 8 slices from a 9-inch round pan.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 402 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 slice | |
| Calories | 402kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 237mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 45g | 90% |
| Vitamin A | 515IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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