Cherry Cream Pizza with Tuxedo Topping

Health score
53%
Cherry Cream Pizza with Tuxedo Topping
40 min.
12
253kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with our Cherry Cream Pizza with Tuxedo Topping! This unique recipe combines the rich flavors of cherry pie filling and creamy, fat-free cream cheese, all nestled atop a crunchy, fiber-rich cereal crust. Perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a casual gathering or looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with friends, this dessert is sure to impress.

With a health score of 53, you can savor each bite without the guilt. Each serving contains just 253 calories, making it a fantastic option for those mindful of their dietary choices. The combination of semisweet and white chocolate drizzled over the top adds a touch of elegance, transforming this dessert into a showstopper that looks as good as it tastes.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this Cherry Cream Pizza is not only quick to prepare but also serves up to 12 people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family gatherings. The balance of flavors and textures—from the crunchy base to the creamy topping and fruity filling—creates a delightful experience for your taste buds. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this scrumptious and visually stunning dessert!

Ingredients

  • cups all-bran cereal 
  • 0.8 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.3 cup chocolate white chopped
  • 0.3 cup baker's chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling canned
  • oz weight cream cheese fat-free softened
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • pizza pan
  • hand mixer
  • ziploc bags
  • microwave
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Spray 12-inch pizza pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush cereal with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).
  3. In medium bowl, mix cereal, melted butter, 1/4 cup sugar and the vanilla. Press evenly on bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pizza pan.
  4. Bake 10 minutes.
  5. Just before serving, in medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar and the almond extract with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  6. Spread evenly over cereal mixture.
  7. Spread with pie filling.
  8. In small microwavable bowl, microwave semisweet chocolate on High about 1 minute or until chocolate can be stirred smooth. In another small bowl, repeat with white chocolate.
  9. Drizzle chocolates over filling; cool slightly.
  10. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories253kcal
Protein8.31%
Fat35.42%
Carbs56.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.24
Glycemic Load
11.03
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.234783068947%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.77mg
Epicatechin
3.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:252.76kcal
12.64%
Fat:10.95g
16.85%
Saturated Fat:3.3g
20.65%
Carbohydrates:39.13g
13.04%
Net Carbohydrates:33.83g
12.3%
Sugar:14.89g
16.55%
Cholesterol:2.85mg
0.95%
Sodium:274.07mg
11.92%
Alcohol:0.2g
100%
Alcohol %:0.23%
100%
Protein:5.78g
11.57%
Vitamin B6:1.89mg
94.55%
Manganese:1.28mg
64.16%
Folate:212.71µg
53.18%
Vitamin B12:3.12µg
51.97%
Phosphorus:302.59mg
30.26%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
29.09%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.24%
Fiber:5.3g
21.2%
Iron:3.37mg
18.74%
Magnesium:73.42mg
18.35%
Zinc:2.52mg
16.78%
Copper:0.3mg
14.97%
Vitamin A:721.66IU
14.43%
Calcium:143.34mg
14.33%
Vitamin B3:2.47mg
12.35%
Potassium:298.45mg
8.53%
Vitamin C:4.92mg
5.96%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.44%
Selenium:2.99µg
4.27%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.84%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.46%
Vitamin K:1.36µg
1.3%