Easy American Flag Fruit Pizza

Making this festive American Flag Fruit Pizza has become my favorite July Fourth tradition—it is nothing easier for feeding a crowd at hot summer parties This recipe delivers a creamy fruit topped cookie crust that looks gorgeous and tastes as fun as it appears You can pull it off with just a handful of store bought staples and juicy berries

I first whipped this up for a Memorial Day picnic with all my cousins and every crumb was gone before the fireworks even started—now everyone begs for it at every summer BBQ

Ingredients

• Refrigerated sugar cookie dough: Choose a high quality dough for a tender crust with just the right amount of sweetness
• Cream cheese: Has to be softened for smooth blending and a tangy creamy frosting
• Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps cream cheese whip up light and airy
• Vanilla: Pure extract if you can for depth of flavor
• Whipped topping: Thawed for easy folding and a luscious texture
• Fresh raspberries: Plump and bright they pop with fresh flavor and create the flag’s stripes Look for berries that are firm and richly colored
• Fresh blueberries: These add the blue background Choose berries that are deep blue and still have a light bloom on their skin for freshness

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Crust:

Slice the refrigerated sugar cookie dough into quarter inch pieces Place each slice on a lightly greased twelve inch pizza pan Press them together gently to form a single even layer This will be your sturdy base

Bake the Base:

Slide the pan into a 375 degree oven and bake for eleven to twelve minutes until the edges turn a soft golden brown Let the crust cool completely on the pan before adding any toppings so your cream cheese layer stays smooth

Mix the Cream Cheese Frosting:

In a mixing bowl beat together softened cream cheese sugar and vanilla for at least two minutes Beat in half the thawed whipped topping until combined then fold in the rest with a spatula for a fluffy texture

Frost the Crust:

Scoop a little under half of the cream cheese mixture onto your cooled crust Using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon spread it all the way to the edges making sure it is an even blanket for your fruit

Create the Flag Design:

Outline the upper left section with fresh blueberries to make the blue corner then fill it in For a fun touch cut out a star from a baked cookie slice and place it on top Arrange rows of raspberries across the rest of the pizza to form seven bright red stripes

Pipe the White Stripes:

Transfer the rest of the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag or a zip top bag with a corner snipped Pipe between the raspberry rows to create neat white stripes and finish the flag look

Chill and Serve:

Refrigerate the finished pizza until you are ready to serve This keeps the berries fresh and makes slicing clean and easy

The blueberries are my favorite part not just because they add beautiful color but their pop of tart sweetness pairs so perfectly with the soft cookie base Once my niece helped me line up every single berry and we both agreed that detail made it extra special

Storage Tips

Keep your fruit pizza covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the fridge It stays fresh for up to two days but is at its best on the first day so the base stays chewy rather than softening too much from the berries and topping If you want to prep ahead bake and cool the crust and mix your frosting a day early store them separately then assemble before serving

Ingredient Substitutions

If you cannot find whipped topping whip cold heavy cream with a bit of sugar until medium peaks form For the cookie base try a homemade sugar cookie dough or even a pre baked shortbread crust Mix up the fruit if you like but stick with berries since their shape makes easy flag lines

Serving Suggestions

Slice the fruit pizza with a sharp knife or pizza wheel and serve chilled It pairs beautifully with lemonade at picnics or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on hot afternoons Leftover pieces make fun after school snacks or breakfast treats for an extra festive touch

Cultural and Historical Context

Fruit pizzas like this became popular in the United States in the 1980s thanks to their playful looks and pantry friendly prep The American flag design is a classic at patriotic summer parties and potlucks I love how this recipe brings people together to share both creativity and dessert

Give this easy fruit pizza a try for your next summer gathering It is the perfect sweet showstopper for your holiday table

Recipe Q&A

→ How do you keep the crust from getting soggy?

Cool the sugar cookie crust completely before spreading the cream cheese mixture. Assemble just before serving for best results.

→ Can I use other fruits in place of raspberries or blueberries?

Strawberries or blackberries can be substituted, but the look may differ. Stick with red and blue fruits for the flag pattern.

→ Is another type of cookie dough suitable for the base?

Yes, try shortbread or even a homemade cookie dough if preferred. Bake until lightly browned and cool before adding toppings.

→ Can the dessert be made ahead?

Prepare the components ahead, but assemble close to serving. Store in the fridge up to several hours in advance.

→ What’s the best way to serve and store leftovers?

Slice and serve chilled. Leftovers keep covered in the refrigerator for up to two days but are best enjoyed fresh.