4th of July celebrations are the perfect occasion for this patriotic dessert! A simple crust, creamy topping, and some mixed berries are all you need to have a festive and tasty treat for your holiday gatherings. Slice and serve just like pizza!
Ingredients:
For Crust
• 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
• 1 & 1/4 cup almond flour
• 2 Tbsp coconut flour
• 1 egg
• 1-2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt For Topping
• 1/3 cup plain Greek or non-diary yogurt
• 8 oz cream cheese or coconut cream (the thick stuff)
• 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 cups blueberries/raspberries/blackberries/ sliced strawberries
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients for the crust and mix thoroughly.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and transfer crust mix to the sheet. Press the dough into a round or rectangular shape with hands. When roughly formed, cover with another sheet of parchment and roll out with a rolling pin until it’s 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
4. Bake for approximately 16 minutes, until the edges are golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
5. While crust is cooling, combine all ingredients for topping in another bowl, except the berries. Mix until smooth and thoroughly combined.
6. Once crust is completely cooled, spread the topping mixture over it, then top with the berries. You can be as artistic and creative with the design as you want, or simply scatter them around. It all tastes delicious, no matter what you do!
7. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Slice into small pieces and enjoy!
*You can make the crust and topping mixture ahead of time, but it’s best to wait to assemble the whole thing until shortly before serving. If it’s assembled too far in advance, the crust may get soggy.
**Banana slices make an excellent addition & fit in with the red, white & blue theme. If you aren’t going for a patriotic theme, you can add any kind of fruit that you enjoy