If you're looking to add some patriotic flair to your Fourth of July celebrations, this July 4th cake recipe is perfect for you. This classic dessert is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it a great addition to your holiday menu. With layers of moist vanilla cake, fluffy whipped cream, and fresh berries, this cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So put on your apron and get ready to celebrate America's birthday with this mouth-watering July 4th cake.
Main Ingredients: Ground Beef, Egg, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, Seasoned
Looking for the perfect recipe for a juicy and flavorful burger? Look no further than this classic and easy burger recipe. Add some bold flavor by mixing in some Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder to your ground beef before grilling or frying. Don't forget to top it off with your favorite cheese and toppings for the ultimate burger experience.
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Layered Red, White, & Blue July 4th Drink...
Main Ingredients: Juice, Cranberry, Gatorade, Cherry, Pomegranate, Ice
Impress your guests with this stunning layered drink that is perfect for any July 4th celebration. The secret to getting those vibrant red, white, and blue layers is by carefully pouring each layer on top of the other, starting with the red layer made from cranberry juice, followed by a layer of coconut milk, and topped with a blue layer made from blue sports drink. Add a festive touch by garnishing with a star-shaped fruit skewer.
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July 4th Red, White and Blue Patriotic Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Kosher Salt, Buttermilk
No July 4th celebration is complete without a patriotic cake, and this recipe will surely impress all your guests. The layers of red velvet, vanilla, and blue velvet cake not only look beautiful but also taste delicious. Add a touch of indulgence by topping the cake with a creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting and fresh berries.
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Patriotic Oreos | July 4th Dessert
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Cookie, Candy, Sprinkles, Oreos
If you're looking for a simple and fun dessert that still screams July 4th, then these patriotic Oreos are the perfect choice. Dip your Oreos in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive touch. For an extra indulgent treat, use double-stuffed Oreos and sandwich them together with some fluffy vanilla buttercream.
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Easy Red, White, and Blueberry Cake for July 4th Fun!
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Sugar
This easy and delicious cake is perfect for those who want to impress their guests but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. The secret to this cake's red, white, and blue layers is using a boxed cake mix and adding in some strawberry and blueberry puree to create the colors. Top it off with some whipped cream and fresh berries for a refreshing and summery dessert.
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Star Spangled Spritzer {July 4th Holiday Cocktail}
Main Ingredients: Grenadine, Orange Juice, White Wine, Watermelon
Celebrate the holiday with this refreshing and festive cocktail that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. Mix together some cranberry juice, blue curacao, and vodka for a colorful and fruity base. For a fun and patriotic twist, add in some star-shaped ice cubes made from blue sports drink. Cheers to the red, white, and blue!
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3 easy red, white and blue July 4th appetizers
Main Ingredients: Crusts, Cream Cheese, Strawberries, Fresh Blueberries
If you're hosting a July 4th party, these easy and delicious appetizers are a must-have on your menu. Use red and blue tortilla chips as the base for a colorful and festive salsa. For a more substantial appetizer, try making mini sliders with red and blue buns and topped with white cheese and a juicy burger patty.
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Crack Dip
Main Ingredients: Sour Cream, Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Mix, Bacon
This addictively delicious dip is the perfect addition to any July 4th party. Mix together cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning for a creamy and tangy base. Top it off with crumbled bacon and green onions for a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor. Serve with your favorite chips or veggies for dipping.
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Watermelon Lemon Coconut Drink
Main Ingredients: Seedless Watermelon, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Lite Coconut
Cool off on a hot July day with this refreshing and hydrating drink. Blend together some watermelon, lemon juice, and coconut water for a tasty and healthy beverage. Add a splash of vodka for an adult version of this drink.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Granulated Sugar, Salt, Unsalted
Take advantage of summer's bounty with this delicious and classic pie. The combination of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb makes for a perfect filling. For a beautiful and patriotic touch, use star-shaped cookie cutters to create a top crust and sprinkle with red and blue sprinkles before baking.
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Chocolate Dipped Banana Popsicles
Main Ingredients: Bananas, Raw Honey, Pure Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt
Cool off and satisfy your sweet tooth with these fun and easy popsicles. Dip banana halves in melted chocolate and sprinkle with red, white, and blue sprinkles before freezing. For an extra indulgent treat, drizzle with some melted white chocolate before serving.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, White Sugar, Eggs, Coconut Milk
Combine two classic desserts into one delicious and portable treat with these strawberry shortcake cupcakes. Bake vanilla cupcakes and top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for a taste of summer in every bite. For a patriotic twist, use red and blue cupcake liners and top with a white chocolate star.
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Breyers Ice Cream Flag Cake
Main Ingredients: Breyers R Chocolate Ice Cream, Bananas, Whipped Cream
This frozen dessert is perfect for those hot July days when you still want to enjoy a slice of cake. Layer Breyers vanilla ice cream and fresh strawberries and blueberries in a loaf pan and freeze. Top it off with some whipped cream and sprinkles for a festive and delicious treat.
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Red White and Blue Poke Cake
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Jell O, Dessert Topping
Poke cakes are always a hit at parties, and this red, white, and blue version is no exception. Start with a white cake mix and poke holes all over before pouring in strawberry and blueberry Jello. Top it off with some whipped cream and fresh berries for a colorful and tasty dessert.
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Blackberry Elderflower Spritzer with Mint
Main Ingredients: Sparkling Water, Mint Leaves, Lime, Elderflower
This elegant and refreshing cocktail is perfect for a more sophisticated July 4th celebration. Muddle together fresh blackberries and mint leaves before adding in some elderflower liqueur and sparkling water. Garnish with a mint sprig and some extra blackberries for a beautiful and tasty drink.
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Easy Fourth of July Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake, Icing, Red Icing
If you're short on time but still want to impress your guests, this easy Fourth of July cake is the perfect solution. Bake a vanilla sheet cake and top with whipped cream and fresh berries for a simple and delicious dessert. For a festive touch, use a star-shaped cookie cutter to create a stencil and sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of the cake.
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Blueberry Lime July 4th Cake
Main Ingredients: Almond Flour, Coconut Flour, Baking Powder, Large Eggs
Add a little tang to your July 4th celebration with this flavorful and moist blueberry lime cake. The combination of fresh blueberries and tangy lime creates a delicious and unique flavor. Top it off with some cream cheese frosting and fresh blueberries for a beautiful and tasty dessert.
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Red White and Blue Cake for July 4th
Main Ingredients: Cake, Whipped Topping, Powdered Sugar, Blueberries
This stunning red, white, and blue cake is sure to be the star of your July 4th celebration. The layers of red velvet, vanilla, and blue velvet cake not only look beautiful but also taste amazing. Cover the cake in a smooth and creamy vanilla buttercream and top with some fresh berries for a show-stopping dessert.
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July 4th Patriotic Blue Cookies
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Butter, Egg Yolks, Vanilla, Baking Soda, All
These soft and chewy cookies are the perfect addition to any July 4th party. Mix in some blue and white M&M's to your favorite sugar cookie dough for a festive and colorful treat. For an extra indulgent twist, sandwich two cookies together with some vanilla ice cream for a delicious ice cream cookie sandwich.
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July 4th Flag Cake
Main Ingredients: Boiling Water, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Coffee
This cake is not only delicious but also a fun and interactive activity for the whole family. Bake a white sheet cake and cut into squares before letting everyone decorate their own piece with whipped cream and fresh berries to create their own flag design. It's a delicious and fun way to celebrate the holiday.
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Best Basic Burger
Main Ingredients: Ground Beef, Egg, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, Seasoned
The first recipe on our list is a classic and simple beer can chicken recipe that is perfect for beginners. All you need is a whole chicken, a can of beer, and some basic spices. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken that is sure to be a hit at any backyard barbecue.
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Layered Red, White, & Blue July 4th Drink...
Main Ingredients: Juice, Cranberry, Gatorade, Cherry, Pomegranate, Ice
Looking for a festive and refreshing drink to serve on the 4th of July? Look no further than this layered red, white, and blue drink. With layers of cranberry juice, lemonade, and blue sports drink, this drink is not only delicious but also patriotic.
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July 4th Red, White and Blue Patriotic Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Kosher Salt, Buttermilk
Another festive dish for the 4th of July is this red, white, and blue patriotic cake. This cake is made with layers of red velvet, white vanilla, and blueberry cake, and is topped with a creamy and rich cream cheese frosting. It's a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Patriotic Oreos | July 4th Dessert
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Cookie, Candy, Sprinkles, Oreos
If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert to serve on the 4th of July, these patriotic Oreos are the way to go. Simply dip Oreos in white chocolate and decorate with red, white, and blue sprinkles for a sweet and festive treat.
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Easy Red, White, and Blueberry Cake for July 4th Fun!
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Sugar
This easy red, white, and blueberry cake is perfect for those who want to impress their guests but don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. With a simple white cake mix, fresh blueberries, and strawberries, you can create a stunning and delicious dessert in no time.
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Star Spangled Spritzer {July 4th Holiday Cocktail}
Main Ingredients: Grenadine, Orange Juice, White Wine, Watermelon
No 4th of July celebration is complete without a festive cocktail. This star-spangled spritzer is a refreshing blend of champagne, blue curaçao, and cranberry juice, with a sugar rim and star-shaped fruit garnish. It's a fun and bubbly drink that will add a touch of glamour to any party.
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3 easy red, white and blue July 4th appetizers
Main Ingredients: Crusts, Cream Cheese, Strawberries, Fresh Blueberries
For those who want to serve some tasty appetizers before the main course, these three easy red, white, and blue appetizers are perfect. With a mix of savory and sweet options, there's something for everyone. Plus, they all look great together on a platter, adding to the festive 4th of July atmosphere.
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Crack Dip
Main Ingredients: Sour Cream, Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Mix, Bacon
This dip is so delicious, it's been nicknamed "crack dip" because it's addictively good. Made with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon, it's the perfect dip for chips, veggies, or crackers. It's a crowd-pleaser and is sure to disappear quickly.
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Watermelon Lemon Coconut Drink
Main Ingredients: Seedless Watermelon, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Lite Coconut
If you're looking for a non-alcoholic drink option, this watermelon lemon coconut drink is a refreshing and tasty choice. Made with fresh watermelon, lemon juice, and coconut water, it's a healthy and hydrating option for those hot summer days.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Granulated Sugar, Salt, Unsalted
This classic summer pie is a favorite for many, and for good reason. The combination of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb is a match made in heaven. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly delicious and comforting dessert.
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Chocolate Dipped Banana Popsicles
Main Ingredients: Bananas, Raw Honey, Pure Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt
If you're looking for a fun and healthy treat for the kids (or adults), these chocolate-dipped banana popsicles are a great option. Simply dip banana halves in melted chocolate and freeze for a tasty and satisfying dessert.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, White Sugar, Eggs, Coconut Milk
These strawberry shortcake cupcakes are a delicious twist on the classic dessert. Made with vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream frosting, they're a fun and cute way to enjoy a summertime favorite.
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Breyers Ice Cream Flag Cake
Main Ingredients: Breyers R Chocolate Ice Cream, Bananas, Whipped Cream
Ice cream cake is always a hit at summer parties, and this red, white, and blue Breyers ice cream flag cake is no exception. Made with layers of Breyers vanilla and strawberry ice cream, it's a simple yet impressive dessert that is sure to please.
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Red White and Blue Poke Cake
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Jell O, Dessert Topping
This red, white, and blue poke cake is a fun and festive way to celebrate the 4th of July. With layers of white cake, strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream, it's a delicious and colorful dessert that will be the star of any party.
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Blackberry Elderflower Spritzer with Mint
Main Ingredients: Sparkling Water, Mint Leaves, Lime, Elderflower
This elegant and refreshing spritzer is perfect for those who want to serve a sophisticated drink at their summer party. Made with blackberries, elderflower liqueur, and sparkling wine, it's a delicious and visually stunning cocktail that will impress your guests.
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Easy Fourth of July Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake, Icing, Red Icing
This easy 4th of July cake is a simple and tasty option for those who want to celebrate the holiday without spending hours in the kitchen. Made with a box cake mix, whipped cream, and fresh berries, it's a quick and festive dessert that can be whipped up in no time.
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Blueberry Lime July 4th Cake
Main Ingredients: Almond Flour, Coconut Flour, Baking Powder, Large Eggs
This blueberry lime cake is a unique and delicious option for those who want to try something different on the 4th of July. The combination of tangy lime and sweet blueberries is a winner, and the red, white, and blue colors make it perfect for the holiday.
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Red White and Blue Cake for July 4th
Main Ingredients: Cake, Whipped Topping, Powdered Sugar, Blueberries
If you're a fan of layer cakes, this red, white, and blue cake is a must-try. With layers of red velvet, vanilla, and blueberry cake, and a whipped cream frosting, it's a show-stopping dessert that will have your guests talking for days.
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July 4th Patriotic Blue Cookies
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Butter, Egg Yolks, Vanilla, Baking Soda, All
These patriotic blue cookies are a fun and easy treat to make for the 4th of July. Simply use a sugar cookie mix, add blue food coloring, and top with red and white sprinkles for a festive and delicious dessert.
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July 4th Flag Cake
Main Ingredients: Boiling Water, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Coffee
Last but certainly not least, we have the classic July 4th flag cake. Made with layers of white cake, fresh berries, and whipped cream, it's a timeless and delicious dessert that is perfect for any Independence Day celebration.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter and lining them with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp salt.
In a separate large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Then beat in 4 eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 tsp vanilla extract.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1 cup of milk, until everything is well combined.
Distribute the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat 2 cups heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add in 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract, and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Place one of the cooled cakes on a serving plate and spread a layer of whipped cream on top. Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the whipped cream, then place the second cake on top.
Cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream and decorate with more fresh berries.
Refrigerate the cake for 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
This July 4th cake is the perfect combination of light and fluffy cake, creamy whipped cream, and fresh berries. The addition of mixed berries not only adds a pop of patriotic colors but also a burst of freshness to each bite. You can also get creative with the decoration by adding some red, white, and blue sprinkles or using different types of berries for a unique twist. So go ahead and impress your guests with this delicious and festive dessert. Happy Fourth of July!