1. Make the Crust:

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.

Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.

Cover the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour. This makes the dough easier to handle.

2. Prepare the Crust for Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 13-inch circle.

Transfer the dough to an ungreased 12-inch pizza pan.

Build up the edges of the dough slightly to create a rim.

3. Bake the Crust:

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Cool the crust completely on a wire rack.

4. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar together until smooth.

5. Spread Filling on Crust: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.

6. Arrange Strawberries:

Arrange the sliced fresh strawberries on top of the cream cheese filling.

7. Make the Strawberry Glaze: In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and crushed strawberries until blended.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until thickened.

Cool the glaze slightly.

8. Glaze the Strawberries:

Spoon the cooled glaze over the strawberries, allowing some to drip down the sides.

9. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the Strawberry Pizza until serving time. This allows the glaze to set and the flavors to meld. Enjoy!