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Flavorful Firecracker Cookie Pizza Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

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A unique dessert combining a soft cookie base with a spicy-sweet firecracker topping and smooth cream cheese frosting, perfect for gatherings and dessert lovers seeking a playful twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 tablespoon sugar + 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar or sanding sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1–2 tablespoons whole milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, spreading it to the edges to about ½ inch thick.
  7. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional), and 1 tablespoon coarse sugar.
  8. Evenly sprinkle the firecracker topping over the cookie dough before baking.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is set but still soft.
  10. Cool the cookie pizza completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
  11. Beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese with ½ cup softened butter until smooth.
  12. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add 1-2 tablespoons milk if frosting is too thick.
  13. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie pizza.
  14. Optionally, sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar or fresh fruit on top.
  15. Slice like a pizza and serve.

Notes

Use softened butter and room temperature ingredients for best texture. Adjust chili powder and smoked paprika to control spice level. Cool cookie completely before frosting to prevent melting. If frosting softens too much, chill in fridge for 10 minutes before spreading. For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free baking blend. Dairy-free alternatives can be used for cream cheese and butter.

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