Step 1: Make the Cookie Crust.

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

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

Combine the 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.

Step 2: Preheat Oven and Roll Out Dough.

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 slightly to form a crust.

Step 3: Bake the Crust.

Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Filling.

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.

Step 5: Spread Filling on Crust.

Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.

Step 6: Arrange Strawberries.

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

Step 7: Make the Strawberry Glaze.

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and crushed strawberries until blended.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until thickened.

Cool slightly.

Step 8: Glaze the Strawberries.

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

Step 9: Refrigerate.

Refrigerate the strawberry pizza until serving.