If you're searching for a show-stopping yet simple treat for your Fourth of July celebration, this festive fruit pizza is just the thing! Combining a soft sugar cookie crust, fluffy whipped topping, and colorful fruits, it looks like an American flag and tastes as delicious as it looks.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- Patriotic: An easy dessert to make for a summer holiday.
- Sugar Cookie Crust: Use a refrigerated cookie crust for easy assembly.
Are you in the market for more delicious recipes to help you beat the heat this summer? Check out this Fruity Summer Punch, No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake, or Red Velvet Ice Cream. They are all great for warm weather.
Ingredient List
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- sugar cookie dough
- whipped topping
- fresh blueberries
- fresh strawberries
- mini marshmallows
Equipment
- 8x8 Round Baking Dish
- knife
- Cutting Board
Instructions
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- Press the cooking dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes.
- Once the cookie has cooled completely, spread the whipped topping evenly over the top of the baked cookie.
- Add the blueberries in the top left-hand corner of the cookie.
- Use the strawberry slices and marshmallows to make the strips on the rest of the cookie. Chill for one hour before serving.
- Chill for one hour before serving.
Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The fruit pizza will stay fresh for up to two days.
Freezing Tips - For longer storage, freeze the baked cookie crust separately. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge before assembling the pizza.
Eileen's Tips for Success
- Use soft dough: The tube-style cookie dough works better than pre-cut varieties for creating a smooth, even crust.
- Slice strawberries evenly: This helps create neat, uniform stripes. A sharp knife ensures clean cuts.
- Chill for easier assembly: If your whipped topping feels too soft, place it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before spreading it on the cookie base.
- Change the pan: Don’t have a round pan? A square or rectangular dish, or a baking sheet, will work just as well for this American flag pizza recipe.
Variations
Do you want to change up this flag dessert recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap the traditional sugar cookie dough with a gluten-free version.
- Whipped Topping Layer: Use a cream cheese frosting instead of the whipped cream layer.
- Frosting: Vanilla or buttercream frosting would also work well instead of whipped topping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! If you prefer the flavor and texture of homemade dough, go for it. Just make sure to chill the dough before you bake it.
Raspberries or even watermelon slices could create a similar red stripe effect. Get creative!
Yes! Prepare the cookie base and whipped topping up to a day in advance. Wait until just before serving to assemble the fruit and marshmallow decorations for the freshest flavors and textures.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this simple fruit cookie pizza alongside your summer favorites. I like to pair it with these Foil Wrapped Grilled Pork Ribs, Summer Fruit Salad, and this Bacon Ranch Tortellini Salad.
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American Flag Fruit Pizza
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Ingredients
- 16.5 ounce package Sugar Cookie Dough
- 1 (8) ounce container whipped topping
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 10 fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Press the 16.5 ounce package Sugar Cookie Dough evenly into the bottom of an 8 x 8-inch round baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake the sugar cookie crust in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookie crust from the oven and let the crust cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Once the crust is completely cooled, spread 1 (8) ounce container whipped topping evenly over the top as the “frosting.”
- In the top left corner of the cookie crust, create the “stars” section of the flag by arranging 1 cup fresh blueberries in a square or rectangular shape
- Place the 10 fresh strawberries (sliced) in horizontal stripes across the remaining area of the pizza to represent the red stripes.
- Fill in the white stripes between the strawberry rows with 2 cups mini marshmallows.
- Chill the completed fruit pizza in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Slice into 8 wedges and enjoy this festive, patriotic dessert cookie flag.
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