Gluten Free Cherry Dessert Pizza (Dairy Free too)
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This Gluten Free Cherry Dessert Pizza is a little slice of heaven. Imagine cherry topping bursting with robust cherry flavor alongside a buttery streusel topping and sweet drizzle.
This dessert pizza is commonly found at pizza buffets like Pizza Ranch and Cici's Pizza. Since those are a bold no-go I just had to make my own for our family pizza nights. Then I soon found that we enjoyed this cherry dessert pizza so much we started baking it much more often than just pizza nights!
This mouthwatering and one of a kind cherry dessert recipe requires minimal ingredients and is ridiculously easy to prepare. How can you go wrong with this dessert?
Plan to bake and serve this now for your next gathering, BBQ, holiday, game night or family pizza night. Everyone will be glad you did!
And this is a recipe the kids can help prepare too! So grab the cherry filling and let's get our bake on. Prepare to have your house smell amazingly yummy in the process.
Dessert Pizza Ingredient Notes
- cherry pie filling-- Lucky Leaf Gluten Free Cherry Pie Filling is our go to choice for this dessert pizza.
- dessert pizza crust--We have been using this DeLallo Gluten Free Flour Pizza Kit for the pizza dough, but we have also used Banza Plain Pizza Crust made from chickpeas are my favorite store bought crusts. Be sure to bake your cherry dessert pizza according to the box pizza crust instructions.
- streusel topping-- I recommend this gluten free flour and dairy free butter
- drizzle-- this an optional step that can be added when serving this dessert for an extra "WOW!" factor
- helpful utensils for this recipe-- angled spatula, mini squeeze bottles... I know, I know, I highlight these two utensils in almost every post, but that's because I use both all.the.time.
How to Make Gluten Free Cherry Dessert Pizza
- Preheat the oven according to your pizza crust's package instructions, and bake on the bottom oven rack with the other racks removed.
- In a medium bowl, mix all the streusel ingredients together with a pastry cutter until the mixture forms small crumbly balls; set aside.
- Evenly spread the cherry pie filling across the pizza crust with an angled spatula.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the cherry layer with your fingers.
- Bake according to the pizza crust package instructions, removing the pizza once the cherry filling is bubbly and the crust turns golden brown.
- Let the pizza cool for 15 minutes so it has time to set.
- Prepare the drizzle, pour it into a mini squeeze bottle, and drizzle it evenly over the top.
- Serve warm. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Bake the Gluten Free Cherry Dessert Pizza up to a day ahead, then cover and refrigerate. Warm it in the oven before serving, and wait to add the drizzle until right before serving for the best presentation.
What should I serve with this?
A scoop of dairy free vanilla ice cream or a dollop of dairy free whipped topping turns this into an extra special dessert.
What else can I top this with?
Try swapping the drizzle for a dusting of powdered sugar, a handful of toasted nuts, or fresh mint for a pop of color.
How should I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
More Gluten Free and Dairy Free Desserts
- strawberry rhubarb crumble-- this is one of our favorite spring and summertime desserts. Serve with a scoop of dairy free ice cream for a total dessert win.
- mini blueberry galette-- these taste absolutely amazing with fresh blueberries in a rustic mini pie form.
- homemade brownie bites-- topped with creamy whipped topping and fresh seasonal fruit. No one will guess this is gluten and dairy free
Eat well and feel well,
Victoria
Ingredients
Streusel Topping
- ¼ c gluten free flour see suggestions in the post
- 1½ tablespoon sugar
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon dairy free butter, softened
Cherry Pizza
- 1 gluten and dairy free pizza crust see post for pizza crust recommendations
- 1-1½ 20 oz cans gluten free Lucky Leaf Cherry Fruit and Filling toppings depends on side of pizza crust
Dessert Drizzle
- ½ c powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon dairy free milk unsweetened almond milk works great
Instructions
- Preheat oven according to crust instructions. Bake pizza on bottom rack, remove other racks from the oven.
- In a medium size bowl mix all streusel ingredients with a pastry cutter. When mixture is in small balls set aside.
- Evenly spread the cherry topping across the pizza crust with an angled cake spatula.
- Then with your fingers spread the streusel across the cherry dessert pizza.
- And then place into the oven. Follow baking instructions for the pizza crust. Remove the dessert pie from the oven when the cherry pie is bubbly and crust starts to look golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes. This allows the pizza to set.
- Lastly prepare the drizzle and place into a mini squeeze bottle. Drizzle evenly over the cherry dessert pizza.
- Serve to guests warm. Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
Nutritional Disclaimer
These Nutritional Facts are ESTIMATED. Your actual nutritional info with this recipe may vary depending on the brands you choose. “Eating Gluten and Dairy Free” is not a registered dietician or nutritionist. The provided nutritional info above is based on a generic calculator, if you want more accurate info, use your nutritional calculator of choice where you can choose brands and get more info that way.
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