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American Flag Cookie Cake

American Flag Cookie Cake

Get ready to impress your guests with a stunning American Flag Cookie Cake, a festive dessert that celebrates the flavors of summer. Crafted with a buttery shortbread cookie base, creamy tangy cream cheese frosting, and topped with vibrant blueberries and raspberries, this eye-catching treat is perfect for any patriotic occasion—from Fourth of July celebrations to birthday parties. It’s simple enough for bakers of all skill levels to create and can be customized to suit your taste. With its delightful flavors and impressive presentation, this cookie cake is sure to steal the show at your next gathering!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 11 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 3 cups raspberries
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet (9×13 inches) with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar. Mix in softened butter until you achieve a dough consistency.
  3. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
  4. For the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.
  5. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cookie base.
  6. Decorate with blueberries in one corner for stars and raspberries in rows for stripes. Add white chocolate chips as desired.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 195mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Allow butter and cream cheese to come to room temperature for better mixing. Chill the finished cookie cake before slicing to help set the frosting. Feel free to swap out the berries with your favorites or add nuts for extra texture.