Introduction

This Cherry Dessert Pizza from Pizza Hut offers a delightful twist on traditional pizza, combining a soft, homemade crust with sweet cherry filling and a crumbly streusel topping. Finished with a creamy drizzle of icing, it’s an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.

A round pizza with a thick golden crust sits on a wooden board over a white marbled surface. The pizza has a layer of melted white cheese with a soft and bubbly texture. On top, there are bright red cherries spread evenly across the surface. Drizzles of dark chocolate sauce run in lines over the cheese and cherries, creating a rich contrast. Small bits of light brown crumbly topping are scattered between the cherries, adding texture to the pizza. In the blurred background, a dark jar is visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
¾ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
21-ounce can sweet cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Step 1: Activate the yeast by combining it with warm milk and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Step 2: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
Step 3: Add the foamy yeast mixture, beaten egg, and melted butter to the flour mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
Step 4: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Step 6: While the dough rises, prepare the streusel by mixing sugar, flour, cubed butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until crumbly.
Step 7: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a pizza shape. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 8: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the streusel topping and sliced almonds over the cherries.
Step 9: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the pizza for 25-30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
Step 10: Mix powdered sugar and heavy cream to make a pourable icing. Drizzle over the warm dessert pizza before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of almond extract to the cherry filling before spreading.
Substitute sliced almonds with chopped pecans or walnuts for a different nutty crunch.
Use fresh or frozen cherries with a bit of sugar and cornstarch instead of canned pie filling for a fresher taste.

Storage

Store leftover dessert pizza in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in a warm oven to maintain the crust’s crispness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a dessert pizza slice taken from a white pizza topped with bright red cherries scattered across the surface. The base layer is golden-brown pizza crust with a slightly thick edge, followed by a smooth creamy white layer likely cheesecake or cream cheese. On top, whole cherries are placed evenly with toppings of thin almond slices and powdered sugar dusted lightly. There are thin, dark chocolate drizzle lines crisscrossing over the pizza, adding a glossy texture and contrast to the creamy white and red toppings. The pizza rests on a wood surface with a soft focus white marbled background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and keep it refrigerated overnight. Allow it to come to room temperature and rise before rolling out and assembling the pizza.

Is this recipe suitable for people with nut allergies?

To make this nut-free, simply omit the sliced almonds from the topping. The streusel and cherry filling will still provide plenty of flavor and texture.

Cherry Dessert Pizza Recipe

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This Pizza Hut Cherry Dessert Pizza recipe brings the delightful flavors of sweet cherry pie filling combined with a tender yeast dough crust, topped with a cinnamon almond streusel and a creamy vanilla icing drizzle. Perfect as a sweet treat or dessert pizza, it offers a deliciously soft and crumbly texture with a balance of fruity and rich flavors.

Author: Toney
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
¾ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons white sugar

Cherry Topping

21-ounce can of sweet cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Streusel Topping

6 tablespoons sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons sliced almonds

Icing

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast with warm milk and a pinch of sugar. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, confirming the yeast is active.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, and sea salt to blend the dry ingredients evenly.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the dry ingredients along with the lightly beaten egg and melted butter. Stir until the dough starts forming.
Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten for the proper texture.
Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and leave it in a warm place for about an hour until it doubles in size.
Prepare the Streusel: While the dough rises, mix together the sugar, flour, cubed unsalted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until the mixture becomes crumbly.
Roll Out the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into your desired pizza shape. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Assemble the Pizza: Spread the sweet cherry pie filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the streusel mixture on top. Finish by scattering sliced almonds over the streusel.
Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the dessert pizza for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and streusel is crisp. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Prepare and Drizzle Icing: As the pizza cools slightly, mix powdered sugar and heavy cream to make a smooth, pourable icing. Drizzle evenly over the warm pizza for an added sweet finish.

Notes

Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, when activating yeast to avoid killing the yeast.
Kneading time is important for gluten development, which affects the crust texture.
The streusel can be prepared ahead of time to save time.
Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Drizzle icing while the pizza is warm for better coverage and absorption.
Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.

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