This colorful dessert pizza is a fun and tasty way to celebrate the 4th of July! With a sweet cookie crust topped with cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and blueberries, it’s festive and delicious.
Everyone loves the bright colors and the yummy taste! I usually bring it to gatherings and watch it disappear like magic. Just make sure to save a slice for yourself! 🍕❤️
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Sugar Cookie Dough: You can use store-bought sugar cookie dough, which is super convenient! If you’re feeling adventurous, homemade dough is great too. For a gluten-free option, try a gluten-free sugar cookie mix.
Cream Cheese: Cream cheese is perfect for that creamy base. If you’re looking for a lighter option, you can use Greek yogurt or whipped topping, but this will change the flavor slightly.
Fresh Berries: Blueberries and raspberries give it that festive look! If you can’t find fresh berries, frozen ones will work, but remember to thaw and drain them well first.
Powdered Sugar: It sweetens the cream cheese. If you’re watching your sugar, feel free to reduce the amount or use a sugar substitute like stevia.
How Do I Make a Fun Flag Design?
The flag design is what makes this dessert pizza stand out! Here’s how to get it just right:
- Arrange blueberries first in the top left corner, creating a square for the stars. Aim for a neat layout for the best presentation!
- For the stripes, alternate rows using raspberries. You can fill in gaps with some piped cream cheese for a clean look.
- The key is to have fun and be creative! Every pizza can look a bit different, and that’s the beauty of it.
- Chill it before serving so the cream cheese fills set nicely and make for easy slicing.
Enjoy making this fun dessert, and watch it be a hit at your 4th of July celebrations!
Easy Patriotic 4th of July Dessert Pizza
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 pre-made sugar cookie dough (about 16 oz) or homemade sugar cookie dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
How Much Time Will You Need?
This delightful dessert takes about 15 minutes of prep time, plus around 10-12 minutes for baking. After that, let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. In total, you’re looking at about 1 hour for this tasty treat to come together!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare the Crust:
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it heats up, take your sugar cookie dough and roll it out into a rectangle or square shape on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper—try to aim for about 10×14 inches in size.
2. Bake the Cookie Crust:
Once your oven is ready, bake the cookie crust for 10-12 minutes or until it’s lightly golden around the edges. When it’s done baking, take it out and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. This will keep your base nice and crisp!
3. Make the Cream Cheese Topping:
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing everything together until it’s creamy and well-combined. This delicious mixture is going to make your pizza taste wonderful!
4. Assemble the Dessert Pizza:
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled sugar cookie crust. Now comes the fun part! Create the flag design by arranging blueberries in the top left corner in a square shape, which will represent the stars.
5. Add the Stripes:
To make the stripes of the flag, alternate rows of raspberries across the remaining areas of the crust. If you like, you can add some of the cream cheese mixture in between for a neat finish. It’s your dessert, so get creative!
6. Chill and Serve:
Cover your dessert pizza and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cream cheese topping set beautifully. Once chilled, slice it into squares or rectangles and serve it cold!
Enjoy this refreshing, easy-to-make 4th of July dessert pizza decorated with fresh berries to celebrate the holiday! Happy Independence Day! 🎉
FAQ for Easy Patriotic 4th of July Dessert Pizza
Can I Use Gluten-Free Cookie Dough?
Absolutely! You can substitute the regular sugar cookie dough with gluten-free sugar cookie dough. Just make sure to follow the baking instructions on the package as they may vary slightly.
What Can I Use Instead of Cream Cheese?
If you’re looking for a lighter option, you can use whipped topping or Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture will be slightly different, but it will still be delicious!
How Should I Store Leftovers?
Store any leftover dessert pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best enjoyed cold, so you can slice it and enjoy it again right out of the fridge!
Can I Make This Dessert Pizza Ahead of Time?
Yes! You can prepare the crust and cream cheese topping a day in advance. Just keep them separate and assemble the pizza the day you plan to serve it for the best flavor and presentation.
