Cranberry Apple Dessert Pizza
A delightful dessert pizza combining the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of apples, and a crunchy crumble topping.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 Electric Mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit Topping
- 2 cups thinly sliced apples
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples, cranberries, and lemon juice. Toss to coat the fruit evenly. Spread the fruit mixture over the cake batter in the pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the fruit layer.
Serving
- Bake the dessert pizza in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until the crumble topping is golden brown and the fruit is tender. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into slices. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage
- Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes before serving to restore the crisp texture.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use cold butter for the crumble to achieve a crisp texture. Ensure apples are evenly sliced for consistent baking.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute pears for apples or add chopped nuts to the crumble for extra flavor.
How to Serve: Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble topping in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute pears for apples or add chopped nuts to the crumble for extra flavor.
How to Serve: Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble topping in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to use.