PRETTY STRAWBERRY PIZZA

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In this simply elegant dessert, a fresh strawberry topping covers a rich cream cheese filling. Guests of all ages will delight in slices of this eye-fetching finale.-Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 12 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Dash of salt
1 cup water
1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in flour and pecans. Pat onto a 12-in. pizza pan. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in whipped topping until blended. Spread over crust., For topping, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a small saucepan. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved., Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Place strawberries in a large bowl; add gelatin mixture and gently toss to coat. Spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.