Every slice of this Probiotic Fruit Pizza is twice as nice as regular pizza since it’s made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese! Sweet, creamy, and packed with protein, this Probiotic Fruit Pizza brings together flavor and function in the most delicious way.
Featuring a variety of fresh fruits, a nutty crust sweetened naturally with dates, and a luscious, velvety smooth filling made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, this dessert pizza gets better with every bite. Since our probiotic, protein-rich cheese has no added salt or sugar, it makes a versatile cheese you can use in the kitchen in place of other dessert cheese varieties. See our substitution chart here for how easy it is to swap out for other dairy products!
Treat yourself to a fun, feel good option when you’re craving something a little extra, and don’t forget to share it! This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for outdoor gatherings.
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The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Servings: 8-10Ingredients
Crust
- 14 Medjool dates - pitted and soaked in warm water for 10 minutes to soften up
- 3/4 cup raw walnuts
- 3/4 cup raw unsalted almonds
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Filling:
- 1 cup Farmer Cheese
- 1 tbsp. raw honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- pinch of kosher salt
Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh berries - we used strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries
Directions
- Lightly coat a 9" springform pan with a light layer of nonstick spray or coconut oil, and then line with a piece of parchment paper. Set aside.
- To a food processor add the dates, walnuts, almonds, and salt. Pulse until the nuts mostly break down, and a soft dough begins to form.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Lightly grease a spatula or your fingers and press into an even layer over the base of the pan. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- For the filling, add Lifeway Farmer Cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, and salt to a food processor and blend for a minute or two until smooth and creamy.
- Remove the pan from the freezer, release the edges, then carefully remove the parchment paper from the crust and quickly transfer to a serving plate.
- Spread the filling over the top of the crust, then decorate with fresh mixed berries. Store in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This is best enjoyed the same day that it’s made!
