This Peeps Sugar Cookie Pizza is a fun, festive Easter dessert that couldn’t be easier to make. A soft sugar cookie base is topped with fluffy marshmallow frosting, swirls of pink icing, and adorable Peeps marshmallow bunnies. It’s colorful, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for Easter parties, spring celebrations, or a sweet family baking day.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses store-bought cookie dough for convenience
- No complicated decorating skills needed
- Perfect make-ahead Easter dessert
- Kid-friendly and great for parties
Ingredients
- 2 (16 oz) tubes premade sugar cookie dough
- 14 oz marshmallow fluff
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Pink food coloring
- 1 package PEEPS® Brand Marshmallow Bunnies
- Candies and sprinkles, for decorating
Instructions
- Bake the Cookie Base
Press the sugar cookie dough evenly onto a pizza pan. Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookie to cool completely to room temperature. - Make the Marshmallow Frosting
In a large mixing bowl, combine the marshmallow fluff, softened butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth, light, and creamy. - Prepare the Pink Frosting
Scoop out ½ cup of frosting into a separate bowl. Add a drop of pink food coloring and mix until evenly colored. Transfer to a piping bag. - Frost the Cookie
Spread the remaining marshmallow frosting evenly over the cooled cookie. Pipe a spiral of pink frosting on top, then gently swirl using a toothpick. - Decorate
Top with PEEPS® Marshmallow Bunnies, candies, and sprinkles as desired.
Tips for the Best Cookie Pizza
- Let the cookie cool completely before frosting to prevent melting
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant pink swirls
- Press dough slightly thicker in the center to keep it soft
- Chill briefly before slicing for cleaner cuts
Storage
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 24 hours
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days
- Best served slightly chilled or at room temperature
Peeps Sugar Cookie Cake (Easy Easter Dessert)
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 SLICES 1x
Description
This festive Peeps Sugar Cookie Cake is the ultimate Easter dessert! A soft sugar cookie base is topped with fluffy marshmallow frosting, pink swirls, and classic PEEPS® Marshmallow Bunnies for a colorful spring treat that’s easy, fun, and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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2 (16 oz) tubes premade sugar cookie dough
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14 oz marshmallow fluff
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1 cup salted butter, softened
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups powdered sugar
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Pink food coloring
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1 package PEEPS® Brand Marshmallow Bunnies
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Candies and sprinkles, for decorating
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease or line a 12-inch pizza pan or round baking pan with parchment paper.
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Press cookie dough evenly into the pan, forming a large round cookie.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until lightly golden and set in the center. Cool completely before frosting.
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Make frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened butter until smooth. Add marshmallow fluff and vanilla extract and mix until fluffy.
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Add powdered sugar gradually and beat until smooth and spreadable.
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Tint frosting with a few drops of pink food coloring, if desired.
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Frost cookie cake evenly once fully cooled.
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Decorate with PEEPS® Marshmallow Bunnies, candies, and sprinkles.
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Slice and serve or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
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Be sure the cookie cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
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For clean slices, chill the cookie cake for 20–30 minutes before cutting.
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Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 20 MINS
- Category: DESSERT | EASTER
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
FAQ
Can I use homemade sugar cookie dough?
Yes! Any sturdy sugar cookie dough will work well.
Can I change the colors?
Absolutely—swap pink for pastel blue, purple, or yellow for different holidays.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Bake the cookie base a day ahead and frost the day of serving.
Final Thoughts
This Peeps Sugar Cookie Pizza is the ultimate Easter dessert—easy, festive, and guaranteed to bring smiles. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or just making something sweet for spring, this recipe is a fun and colorful showstopper.
