Name: Patriotic Red, White and Blue Fruit Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries; 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced; ½ cup white chocolate chips or mini marshmallows (optional for extra white stripes)

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This fruit pizza is the ultimate summer dessert. The base is a soft and slightly chewy sugar cookie that’s topped with a smooth, creamy frosting and fresh fruit. The colorful red, white, and blue design gives it a festive and patriotic touch, making it perfect for holiday parties. Plus, the recipe is super versatile—you can customize it with different fruits or toppings to suit your preference. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, picnic, or potluck, this fruit pizza is sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

For the Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Flag Design:

1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
½ cup white chocolate chips or mini marshmallows (optional for extra white stripes)

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

1. Make the Cookie Base

Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.

2. Shape the Pizza

Press the dough onto a greased 12-inch pizza stone or large baking sheet, forming a circle about 12-14 inches in diameter. Keep the edges slightly thicker so they don’t get too crispy.

3. Bake the Cookie Base

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the center still looks slightly underbaked. Don’t overbake—it continues cooking on the hot pan, and you want it tender enough to cut cleanly.

4. Cool Completely

Let the cookie base cool completely on the pan. This takes about 30 minutes but is crucial, or your frosting will melt into a mess.

5. Make the Frosting

Beat room temperature cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Be sure to use room temperature cream cheese, as cold cream cheese creates lumpy frosting that’s impossible to spread smoothly.

6. Create Your Canvas

Once the cookie base has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges. Be generous with the frosting—it’s your white background for the flag design.

7. Design Your Flag

In the upper left corner (about ⅓ of the pizza), arrange blueberries for the star field. Create stripes across the rest of the pizza using rows of sliced strawberries alternating with white areas of frosting or white chocolate chips (or mini marshmallows).

8. Let It Set

Refrigerate the assembled fruit pizza for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows everything to firm up, so you can cut clean slices that hold together beautifully.

Servings and Timing

Servings: 12 slices
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes

Variations

Use Other Fruit: Feel free to swap out the berries for other fruits such as kiwi, pineapple, or blackberries. Just make sure to keep the red, white, and blue color scheme if you’re going for a patriotic look!
Add a Drizzle: For extra flavor, drizzle some melted white chocolate or strawberry sauce over the top before serving.
Different Frosting: If you prefer a different frosting, you can substitute the cream cheese frosting with whipped cream or mascarpone cheese for a lighter version.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store the fruit pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: It’s best not to freeze this dessert, as the fruit may become mushy and the frosting could separate.
Reheating: This dessert is best served chilled, so no reheating is necessary.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought cookie dough?

Yes! If you’re short on time, you can use store-bought sugar cookie dough instead of making your own.

How can I prevent the fruit from making the pizza soggy?

Before arranging the fruit on the pizza, make sure the frosting has set in the fridge. Also, gently pat the fruit dry with a paper towel to reduce excess moisture.

Can I make the cookie base ahead of time?

Yes! You can make the cookie base a day ahead, and store it in an airtight container. Just make sure it’s fully cooled before assembling the pizza.

Can I use different colors of fruit for the design?

Of course! While red, white, and blue is perfect for the 4th of July, you can change the colors to match any theme. For example, use green and red for Christmas or pastel colors for Easter.

How can I make clean cuts?

To make clean cuts, let the pizza set in the fridge for at least 1 hour. For even cleaner slices, dip your knife in warm water and wipe it between cuts.

Conclusion

This Patriotic Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza is a beautiful and delicious dessert that’s perfect for celebrating the 4th of July or any patriotic occasion. With its colorful fruit toppings, creamy frosting, and soft cookie base, it’s a treat everyone will love. Easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings, this fruit pizza will steal the show at your next celebration!

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This Patriotic Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza features a soft sugar cookie base topped with cream cheese frosting and fresh, vibrant berries arranged in the design of the American flag. It’s a visually stunning and delicious dessert, perfect for 4th of July celebrations or any patriotic event.

Author: Amy
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield: 12 slices
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Instructions

Make the Cookie Base: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
Shape the Pizza: Press the dough onto a greased 12-inch pizza stone or large baking sheet, forming a circle about 12-14 inches in diameter. Keep the edges slightly thicker.
Bake the Cookie Base: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let it cool completely on the pan for about 30 minutes.
Make the Frosting: Beat room temperature cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
Create Your Canvas: Once the cookie base has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges.
Design Your Flag: In the upper left corner, arrange blueberries for the star field. Create stripes across the rest of the pizza with sliced strawberries, alternating with white frosting or mini marshmallows.
Let It Set: Refrigerate the assembled fruit pizza for at least 1 hour before serving to allow everything to firm up.