STRAWBERRY SHORTBREAD PIZZA

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Pizza-it's delicious any time of day, and this dessert option won't disappoint. A crisp pecan crust is layered with a creamy layer of vanilla flavored Mascarpone, then topped with berries, whipped cream and chocolate curls.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 carton (8 ounces) Mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry preserves
1/4 cup orange juice
1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
Chocolate curls and sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, pecans, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture just until combined., On a greased baking sheet, roll dough into a 13-in. x 9-in. rectangle. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, cream the mascarpone, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over crust., In a food processor, puree preserves and orange juice until smooth. Add strawberries; toss to coat. Spread over crust. Cut into pieces. Garnish with chocolate curls and whipped cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.