Let’s think about constructing a fruit pizza thing. Yes, a fruit pizza. Well, sort of. It’s a wonder of a layered dessert, baked in the round. Let’s thank Debbie Nedrow for sharing this zippy, sure-to-come-in-handy finish for a meal. “I would like to submit my recipe for summer fruit torte,” she says.

Here it is:

Summer fruit torte

Base:

1package (10 ounces) white chocolate chips, melted

1/2cup whipping cream

1package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

Second layer:

1cup flour

1cube (1/2 cup) butter

3tablespoons powdered sugar

Fruit layer:

Sliced kiwis, blueberries, strawberries, pineapple tidbits, raspberries, grapes

Glaze:

1/2cup pineapple juice

2tablespoons lemon juice

1/3cup sugar

2tablespoons cornstarch

For the base, in mixing bowl, combine melted white chocolate chips, whipping cream and cream cheese; beat until smooth, then spread on large baking stone or pizza pan.

For the second layer, in mixing bowl, combine flour, butter and powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly; spread over base and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on rack.

When base and second layer are cold, cover with an arrangement of sliced kiwis, blueberries, strawberries, pineapple tidbits, raspberries and grapes.

For the glaze, in saucepan, combine pineapple juice, lemon juice, sugar and cornstarch, mixing thoroughly. Bring to boil and cook until thick. Pour over fruit layer and refrigerate until set.

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