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Perfect Star-Spangled Fruit Pizza Recipe with Easy Sugar Cookie Crust

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A festive and easy-to-make fruit pizza featuring a buttery sugar cookie crust, creamy cream cheese frosting, and a patriotic mix of fresh berries. Perfect for summer celebrations and crowd-pleasing dessert tables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (optional, for smoother spread)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Sugar Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed until fluffy and light, about 3-4 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be slightly crumbly but should hold when pressed.
  3. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
  4. Prepare the Pan: Lightly grease a 9- or 10-inch pizza pan. Press the chilled dough evenly into the pan, pushing it up slightly on the edges to form a crust lip.
  5. Bake the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is set. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing on low speed until incorporated. Add milk one tablespoon at a time if frosting is too thick.
  7. Assemble the Fruit Pizza: Spread cream cheese frosting evenly over cooled crust. Arrange fruit in a star-spangled pattern with blueberries clustered in one corner and alternating rows of sliced strawberries and raspberries.
  8. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate assembled pizza for at least 30 minutes to let frosting set and flavors meld. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. Avoid overmixing the flour to keep the crust tender. Use softened cream cheese and butter for smooth frosting. Assemble close to serving time or chill to keep crust from softening. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and butter substitutes.

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

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