Strawberry Pizza Cookie Glaze (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 (16 oz) tubes store-bought sugar cookie dough
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2 lbs strawberries, sliced
→ For the strawberry glaze/jelly topping
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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1 cup cold water
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1 (3 oz) packet strawberry jello mix
→ For the cream cheese layer
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2 (8 oz) blocks softened cream cheese
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp lemon juice
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cut the logs of store-bought cookie dough into one-inch rounds. Place the sliced cookie dough rounds onto your 8x15 baking sheet and press them down to form a crust. If the dough is too sticky on your hands, use a rubber spatula to spread it out evenly.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Set aside to cool completely.
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While the cookie crust is cooling, make the strawberry glaze by adding granulated sugar and cornstarch to a saucepan. Whisk to combine, then pour in cold water. Whisk over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Pour the dry strawberry jello mix into the thickened mixture, then whisk to form a smooth glaze. Set aside to cool. It will continue to thicken more as it cools.
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Use an electric mixer to whip out any lumps.
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Once the cookie crust and strawberry glaze are fully cooled, evenly spread the whipped cream cheese mixture on top of the cookie base, followed by the strawberry glaze (reserve 1/4 cup of the glaze for later).
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Top the layer of strawberry glaze with sliced strawberries, then use a pastry brush to brush the remaining glaze on top of the strawberries.
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Chill in the fridge until ready to enjoy, then slice into squares before serving.
# Notes:
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Make sure the cookie crust and glaze are fully cooled before assembling to avoid melting the cream cheese layer.