There's no better way to celebrate the 4th of July than with delicious food, and what better dessert to serve at your Independence Day party than a flag cake? This flag cake recipe is not only simple to make, but it's also a festive and patriotic addition to your holiday spread. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your guests with this tasty treat!
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Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the batter and mix well to create the blue color for the flag.
Pour the batter into a 9x13 inch baking pan that has been lightly greased. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before moving on to the next step.
Once the cake has cooled, spread a thin layer of vanilla frosting on top. This will act as the glue for the fruit toppings. Then, use the remaining frosting to create a white stripe on the top left corner of the cake.
In separate bowls, mix a few drops of red food coloring and a few drops of black food coloring with a small amount of frosting. This will create the red and black colors for the flag stripes. Use a pastry bag or a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the red and black frosting onto the cake to create the stripes.
Next, wash and dry the strawberries and blueberries. Slice the strawberries and place them in rows on the white stripe to create the red stripes. Fill in the remaining space with the blueberries to create the blue stripe with white stars.
Once the flag cake is assembled, it's ready to be served and enjoyed by all. This cake is not only a delicious dessert, but it also adds a festive touch to any 4th of July celebration. So go ahead and impress your guests with this easy and patriotic dessert!
Now that you have the perfect 4th of July flag cake recipe, it's time to start planning your holiday menu. And don't forget to show your patriotic spirit by proudly displaying this flag cake at your party!
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