Pecan Shortbread Brunch Berry Pizza

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine flour and confectioners' sugar. Cut in cold butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in chopped pecans. Press the pecan shortbread mixture into an ungreased 12-inch pizza pan. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the crust is set and the edges are lightly browned.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg, and sugar until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the baked pecan shortbread crust. Bake for an additional 8-10 minutes or until the cream cheese layer is set. Allow the pizza to cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   In a blender or food processor, puree the frozen mixed berries and sugar until smooth. In a saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add the berry puree and bring to a boil, cooking and stirring for 2 minutes or until thickened. Set the berry topping aside to cool, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Spread the cooled berry topping over the cream cheese layer. Arrange the fresh sliced strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries on top of the berry topping. Refrigerate the Pecan Shortbread Brunch Berry Pizza for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.