Description
Red White + Blue Fruit Pizza is a festive dessert that combines the delightful flavors of a cookie bar with creamy cream cheese frosting and fresh fruit. Perfect for summer celebrations like the 4th of July, this treat is not only visually stunning with its vibrant red, white, and blue colors but also incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious dessert that serves a crowd and will impress your family and friends. This recipe allows for customization with various fruits, making it versatile for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large egg whites
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a non-stick baking pan.
- In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugars, butter, egg whites, applesauce, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; add chocolate chips.
- Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Top with fresh blueberries and raspberries before refrigerating until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better texture. Experiment with different fruits like strawberries or kiwi for topping variations.