Creating your Fruit Pizza Cookies can be an enjoyable process when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Mix Dry with Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
6. Scoop the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake the Cookies: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool the Cookies: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Frosting: While the cookies are cooling, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
10. Decorate the Cookies: Once the cookies are cool, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on each cookie.
11. Top with Fruits: Arrange your chosen fresh fruits on top of the frosted cookies for a vibrant finish. Sprinkle with lemon zest for added flavor, if desired.

With these concise steps, you’ll create a delightful batch of Fruit Pizza Cookies that are sure to impress.