Description

Patriotic Fruit Pizza Cookies are a festive and refreshing treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite. These cookies feature a soft sugar cookie base topped with creamy frosting and an array of vibrant fruits, making them perfect for any celebration, from Fourth of July picnics to casual weeknight desserts. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite fruits, these delightful treats will impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

Scale

1 batch sugar cookie dough (approximately 2 cups)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 kiwi, sliced or 1 banana, sliced

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out sugar cookie dough on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes. Place on lined baking sheets.
Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges. Cool completely on wire racks.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Spread frosting generously over cooled cookies. Top with fresh fruit as desired.
Chill decorated cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: - For a lighter option, substitute cream cheese with whipped cream. - Experiment with seasonal fruits for variety; lemon zest can be added to the frosting for extra flavor.