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Easy Patriotic Flag Fruit Pizza Recipe for Perfect 4th of July Celebration

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A colorful and festive fruit pizza featuring a sugar cookie crust, cream cheese frosting, and fresh fruit arranged like the American flag. Perfect for summer celebrations and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package (about 16 ounces / 450 g) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
  • 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 medium banana, sliced thinly

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the cookie dough by unrolling or pressing it into a roughly 12-inch (30 cm) circle on the parchment paper.
  3. Sprinkle the dough surface lightly with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
  4. Bake the cookie crust for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is set but still soft.
  5. While the crust cools, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter until smooth.
  6. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar, beating after each addition. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream, adjusting for spreadable consistency.
  7. Once the cookie crust is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the surface about 1/4-inch thick.
  8. Arrange the fruit toppings to mimic the American flag: place blueberries densely in the top left corner, then alternate rows of sliced strawberries and banana slices horizontally across the rest of the cookie.
  9. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing if refrigerated.

Notes

Ensure the cookie crust is completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting. Add banana slices just before serving to avoid browning. Press fruit gently into frosting to keep toppings in place when cutting. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking. For gluten-free or dairy-free options, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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Keywords: fruit pizza, patriotic dessert, 4th of July dessert, berry tart, sugar cookie crust, cream cheese frosting, summer dessert

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