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Easy Patriotic Fruit Pizza Recipe with Sugar Cookie Crust Perfect for Fourth of July

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A festive and easy-to-make fruit pizza featuring a buttery sugar cookie crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese spread, and fresh red, white, and blue berries arranged in a patriotic pattern. Perfect for Fourth of July celebrations or any summer gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (about 315 grams)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (227 grams), softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (225 grams), softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (60 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (30 ml), optional
  • 1 cup strawberries (about 150 grams), hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries (150 grams), washed and dried
  • 1 cup raspberries (120 grams), gently rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam, warmed and strained (optional glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sugar Cookie Dough (15 minutes): In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing just until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet, mixing on low until the dough just comes together. The dough will be soft but not sticky. If it feels too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour a…
  2. Shape and Bake the Crust (20-25 minutes): Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper. Transfer dough onto the paper and press into a roughly 12-inch (30 cm) circle about ¼-inch (0.6 cm) thick. Smooth edges evenly. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until edges turn golden brown and center is set but still soft. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Spread (10 minutes): While crust cools, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. If desired, add heavy cream and mix until just combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  4. Assemble the Fruit Pizza (10-15 minutes): Spread an even layer of cream cheese mixture over cooled sugar cookie crust, leaving a small border around edges. Arrange sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries in a patriotic pattern (stripes or star shape). Be gentle to avoid breaking berries. For a glossy finish, brush fruit with warmed apricot jam using a pastry brush.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate assembled fruit pizza for at least 30 minutes to let cream cheese set and flavors meld. Slice carefully with a sharp knife and serve chilled or at room temperature. Leftovers keep well covered in fridge up to 2 days.

Notes

Let the sugar cookie crust cool completely before spreading the cream cheese to prevent melting and sliding. Pat berries dry if extra juicy to avoid sogginess. Softened butter and room temperature ingredients improve texture. Optional chilling of dough for 15-20 minutes can help with rolling and shape retention. Use warmed apricot jam glaze for shine and to keep fruit fresh.

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Keywords: fruit pizza, patriotic dessert, sugar cookie crust, Fourth of July dessert, berry pizza, easy fruit pizza, summer dessert

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