1. Make the Crust Dough:

• In a large bowl, cream 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 allows the gluten to relax and makes the dough easier to roll out.

2. Preheat and Prepare Crust:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• On a 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 create a rim.

3. Bake the Crust:

• Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until lightly browned.
• Cool completely on a wire rack.

4. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:

• In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
• Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust.

5. Arrange Strawberries:

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

6. 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. The glaze should be clear and glossy.
• Cool slightly.

7. Glaze and Chill:

• Spoon the slightly cooled glaze over the strawberries, allowing some to drip down the sides of the “pizza.”
• Refrigerate until serving.