This easy 4th of July fruit pizza has a delicious and soft sugar cookie crust with a cool and creamy topping and fresh fruit that only takes 40 minutes from start to finish to make. It has classic American flavors that everyone will love. This patriotic dessert is truly the perfect mix of sweet and simple.
We have many recipes for yummy 4th of July appetizers and 4th of July foods that help get you into the holiday spirit. Plus our 4th of July charcuterie board is full of red, white and blue sweets and savories. These are also great for other patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and Labor Day or at one of these St George 4th of July Activities.
Why you should make this recipe
- This fruit pizza is a fun recipe your kids will love helping you make. My kids especially love helping with the berry flag on top and it makes a really fun and interactive edible activity for the family.
- It is a great way to show your patriotic pride in a dessert and it makes a great July 4th party treat. It is naturally red, white, and blue using fruit instead of food dyes. The cream cheese layer makes this cookie pizza delectable and is a background of the American flag.
Ingredients needed
- Flour - We use gluten-free flour for this dessert; you can't tell a difference. You can use regular flour if you desire.
- Butter - This perfect amount of butter here makes for a buttery and soft sugar cookie base. The key is to make sure the butter is softened slightly before mixing it. You can use a dairy-free option if you prefer.
- Almond extract - Almond extract pairs well with fruit, enhancing the flavor of this patriotic fruit pizza. It is the secret ingredient in our sugar cookies that make them amazing! We have done it with just vanilla but the almond just makes it even better.
- Fresh strawberries - You will need a pint of fresh strawberries to make this patriotic dessert. Slice them up so you can easily line them up to make the stripes on the American flag.
- Fresh blackberries and blueberries - Make sure you have 16 blackberries aand 16 strawberries to alternate with blueberries for the star part of the fruit pizza.
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How to make 4th of July fruit pizza
Ways to enjoy
This fourth of July dessert pizza goes well with a summer charcuterie board and a gluten-free burger. They will be great at a fourth of July celebration. There is nothing better than a holiday party with incredible food.
These 4th of July mocktails also pair well with this fruit pizza and tons of other 4th of July recipes. I particularly love this blue lagoon mocktail. The blue color is super patriotic. You can also try this non-alcoholic white sangria. The recipe calls for strawberries and blueberries, so it matches perfectly with this American flag fruit pizza.
Easy 4th of July Fruit Pizza with Sugar Cookie Crust (Family Size)
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Dough
- 1 1/3 cups butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 4 cups flour (I use King Arthur gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Topping
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
- 16 fresh blackberries
- 16 fresh blueberries
Instructions
Sugar Cookie Dough
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy
- Add vanilla and almond extracts then slowly add flour 1 cup at a time
- Add salt and baking powder and mix until combined well
- Spread and press into a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown
- Cool completely, about 45 minutes
Frosting
- Beat cream cheese and butter until soft and fluffy about 1-2 minutes
- Add vanilla and lemon juice and beat to combine
- Add the powdered sugar and beat 2-3 more minutes until light and fluffy
Topping
- Assemble American flag by alternating blueberries and blackberries in a small row in the upper left hand corner to make the "stars" of the flag
- Place sliced strawberries in a line with space in between each line to create the American flag "stripes"
Amy says
This recipe makes me feel good because it has fruit, so it’s healthy right? My whole family (and me) loved how tasty this recipe was. I’m going to make it again tomorrow!