This Apple Cinnamon Dessert Pizza is a sweet, gooey, and irresistible treat, featuring a buttery pizza crust, warm cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy melted topping, and a drizzle of vanilla icing. It’s perfect for a cozy dessert, brunch, or a fun twist on pizza night.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 pre-made pizza dough
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Apple Topping:
2 medium apples, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (mixed into a slurry)
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Icing:
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet.
2. Prepare the Crust
Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden but not fully cooked.
3. Make the Apple Topping
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, then add apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples are soft. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
4. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Assemble the Dessert Pizza
Spread the cream cheese mixture over the warm pizza crust. Evenly distribute the cinnamon-spiced apples over the top.
6. Bake Again
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5–7 minutes, until everything is warm and slightly bubbly.
7. Make the Vanilla Icing
Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
8. Drizzle and Serve
Drizzle the vanilla icing over the warm dessert pizza. Slice and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Dessert Pizza
Use honeycrisp or granny smith apples for the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
Let the pizza cool slightly before drizzling with icing for the perfect texture.
For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
Swap the cream cheese layer for a thin spread of caramel or Nutella for a variation.
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes or microwave for 15–20 seconds.
This Apple Cinnamon Dessert Pizza is sweet, spiced, and perfectly gooey, making it a delicious twist on traditional pizza. Serve it at gatherings, family dinners, or as a fun weekend treat. Enjoy!