This Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza is a showstopper that combines creamy indulgence with fruity freshness in every bite. A golden, buttery crust serves as the perfect base for a velvety cheesecake layer, topped with vibrant raspberries that burst with tangy sweetness.
Ready in just 43 minutes, it’s a quick yet impressive treat that’s ideal for any occasion. The contrast of textures—crisp crust, smooth filling, and juicy berries—creates a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
Each slice is a delightful balance of rich and refreshing, making it a crowd-pleaser for dessert lovers. With 361 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. The creamy cheesecake pairs beautifully with the tart raspberries, while the hint of vanilla adds a warm, comforting note. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself, this dessert pizza is a guaranteed hit that’s as easy to make as it is delicious to enjoy.
Ingredients for Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (185 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cup (155 ml) warm water
- Sauce/Topping:
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened (or warmed in the microwave until just soft enough to stir)
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup raspberry jam (if too thick, microwave in 5-second intervals to soften)
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- Streusel:
- 3 Tablespoons (42 g) salted butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup (42 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar, firmly packed
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a pizza pan with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, and salt. Add warm water and stir until dough forms a ball. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Roll out to a 10-12” circle, transfer to the pan, and fold edges to form a thin crust.
- Make the Sauce/Topping: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread evenly over the crust. If needed, soften raspberry jam in the microwave and dollop over the cream cheese. Swirl with a toothpick. Sprinkle white chocolate chips evenly.
- Prepare the Streusel: Stir vanilla extract into melted butter. In a separate bowl, combine flour and sugars. Add the butter mixture and use a fork to mix until clumps form. Sprinkle streusel evenly over the pizza.
- Bake: Transfer pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 13-14 minutes, or until the streusel turns golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm. (Leftovers are also delicious cold!)
Creative Topping Ideas to Elevate Your Dessert Pizza
While raspberry jam and white chocolate chips are a classic combo, feel free to experiment with other flavors! Try blueberry or strawberry jam for a fruity twist, or swap white chocolate chips for dark or milk chocolate for a richer taste. For a nutty crunch, sprinkle chopped almonds or pecans over the streusel before baking.
Perfect Pairings: Serving Suggestions
This Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza shines as a sweet finale to any meal. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence. Pair it with a cup of hot coffee or herbal tea to balance the sweetness. It’s also a great addition to brunch or dessert buffets!
Storage Tips for Freshness and Flavor
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place a slice in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm it in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes. Enjoy it cold straight from the fridge for a refreshing treat!
Time-Saving Hacks for Busy Bakers
Short on time? Use store-bought pizza dough for the crust to skip the kneading step. For the sauce, opt for pre-softened cream cheese or microwave it in 5-second intervals until easy to stir. These small tweaks can save you precious minutes without compromising on flavor!
Equipment Essentials for a Smooth Baking Experience
Make sure you have a rolling pin to evenly flatten the dough and a pizza pan lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. A toothpick is perfect for swirling the jam, and a fork works wonders for mixing the streusel. These tools will help you create a picture-perfect dessert pizza every time!
Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (185 g)
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cup warm water (155 ml)
Sauce/Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese (225 g) softened (or warmed in the microwave until just soft enough to stir)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup raspberry jam see note to make at home
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
Streusel
- 3 Tablespoons salted butter (42 g) melted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (42 g)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar firmly packed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450F (230C) and line a pizza pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine flour, instant yeast, and salt in a large mixing bowl and stir to combine. Add water and stir until ingredients are clinging together and dough forms a ball, then turn dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes/until smooth/elastic.
- Use a rolling pin to roll dough out to a 10-12” circle and transfer to your pizza pan. Fold over the edges of the dough to form a thin crust.
- Combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl and stir until smooth, creamy, and completely combined. Spread evenly over pizza crust.
- If your jam is too thick to be easily stirred with a spoon, pop it in the microwave and heat in 5-second intervals until it’s easy to stir. Dollop jam evenly over the “sauce” and use a toothpick to swirl over the crust.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top and prepare your streusel.
- Stir vanilla extract into melted butter. In a separate bowl, stir together flour and sugars. Add the butter mixture and use a fork to toss/claw the ingredients together until your mixture forms clumps and resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle streusel evenly over pizza. Transfer pizza to 450F (230C) oven and bake for 13-14 minutes or until streusel begins to turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven, allow to cool for several minutes, then slice and serve warm (though leftovers are good cold, too!).