Easy American Flag Fruit Pizza
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Easy American Flag Fruit Pizza
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COOK TIME
15 min
TOTAL TIME
35 min
SERVINGS
12-20 pieces
Looking for the ultimate patriotic dessert for summer? This American Flag Fruit Pizza is always a crowd favorite! Made with a soft homemade sugar cookie crust, creamy cream cheese frosting with my favorite Hiland Dairy Cream Cheese, and fresh strawberries and blueberries arranged into an American flag design, this easy dessert is perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, Labor Day, or any summer BBQ.
Not only does it look festive and fun, but it’s also incredibly simple to make ahead and customize. The rectangle shape makes it easy to create the classic flag look, and every slice is packed with sweet, creamy, fruity flavor.
Why You’ll Love This American Flag Fruit Pizza
Easy to make with simple ingredients
Perfect patriotic dessert for summer parties
Soft homemade sugar cookie crust
Creamy cheesecake-style frosting
Fresh fruit topping adds bright flavor
Great make-ahead dessert for entertaining
Always a hit with kids and adults
What is Fruit Pizza?
Fruit pizza is a classic dessert made with a soft cookie crust, creamy frosting, and fresh fruit on top. It’s often served chilled and decorated for holidays or special occasions. This patriotic version turns the classic dessert into a festive American flag using blueberries and strawberries.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Sugar Cookie Crust
Flour
Cornstarch
Baking Powder
Salt
Hiland Dairy Butter
Sugar
Egg
Vanilla
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
Hiland Dairy Cream Cheese
Butter
Powdered Sugar
Vanilla
Salt
For the Topping
Fresh Strawberry slices and Blueberries
How to Make American Flag Fruit Pizza
Step 1: Make the Sugar Cookie Crust
Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together for a few minutes until creamy. Scrape the sides of the bowl. Then add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix again. Add the dry ingredients and then mix on low until combined.
Wrap the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9×13 cookie sheet with parchment paper and nonstick spray.
Press the chilled sugar cookie dough into an even layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the edges just start to turn golden brown.
Step 2: Make the Frosting
In a stand mixer, beat the Hiland Dairy Cream Cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar, salt and vanilla. Mix again until smooth.
Once the sugar cookie is cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top in an even layer.
Step 3: Decorate the American Flag
Arrange blueberries in the top left corner to create the “stars” section of the flag. Then add rows of sliced strawberries across the dessert to create the stripes.
Chill before slicing and serving.
Tips for the Best Fruit Pizza
Make sure the crust is completely cooled before adding frosting
Pat fruit dry to prevent excess moisture
Use fresh strawberries and blueberries for the best appearance
Chill before serving for cleaner slices
A rectangle pan works best for the American flag design
Variations and Shortcuts
Use store-bought sugar cookie dough for a faster version
Add raspberries for extra color and flavor
Try a whipped topping frosting for a lighter texture
Add bananas or kiwi for a colorful summer fruit pizza twist
Make Ahead and Storage
This fruit pizza can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for summer parties and cookouts.
Make the cookie crust 1 day ahead
Assemble a few hours before serving for the freshest fruit
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Perfect for Summer Holidays
This American Flag Fruit Pizza is one of those classic summer desserts everyone gets excited about. It’s festive, refreshing, easy to serve, and perfect for:
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Summer BBQs
Pool parties
Potlucks
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought cookie dough?
Yes! Store-bought sugar cookie dough works great if you want to save time.
What pan should I use?
A rectangle sheet pan or jelly roll pan works best for creating the flag shape.
Can I make fruit pizza ahead of time?
Yes, but for the freshest appearance, add the fruit the day you plan to serve it.
Do I need a fruit glaze?
Nope! This recipe is delicious without a glaze, but you can brush warmed apricot preserves over the fruit if desired for shine.
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Easy American Flag Fruit Pizza
This American Flag Fruit Pizza is the perfect patriotic dessert for Memorial Day and the 4th of July! Made with a soft sugar cookie crust, cream cheese frosting, and fresh berries arranged like the American flag.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust
1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, room temp
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temp
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Topping
8 ounces Hiland Dairy Cream Cheese, room temp
3 Tablespoons butter, room temp
1 and 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
Fresh Sliced Strawberries
Fresh Blueberries
Instructions
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Sugar Cookie Crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1 ½ cups flour, 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
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In a stand mixer, beat the 1 stick butter and ¾ cup sugar together for a few minutes until mixed and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
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Add the 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 egg, mix again until combined. Add the flour mixture to the mixer a little at a time and mix after each addition until just combined.
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Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
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Once chilled, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment and nonstick spray. Press the sugar cookie dough to the pan until evenly spread out.
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Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the edges are just getting golden brown. Remove and cool completely.
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Cream Cheese Frosting: In a stand mixer, beat the 1 block of Hiland Cream Cheese and 3 Tablespoons butter together until creamy. Add the 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla and ¼ teaspoon salt and mix again until combined and smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
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Fruit Topping: Place the blueberries in the corner square and then line the sliced strawberries in rows to create the flag.
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Over and chill until ready to serve. Refrigerate any leftovers.
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