1Lemon-Berry Firecracker Cake
RACHEL VANNI 2Berry Crisp With Walnut-Pecan Topping
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3July 4th Ice Cream Cake
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis festive ice cream cake is more impressive than any fireworks display you’ll see this year! Vanilla ice cream dotted with red, white, and blue sprinkles is sandwiched between two layers of soft and fluffy vanilla cake, and the whole thing is topped with whipped cream frosting (like the patriotic ice cream sundae of your dreams). Ice cream cake, we salute you!
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4Chantilly Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThere are cakes, and then there’s Chantilly cake, an impressive dessert that marries the delicious simplicity of a classic yellow cake with the berries and cream combo that makes shortcakes shine. What’s even sweeter? The all-American dessert has a charming origin story that started in a grocery store bakery.
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5Red Velvet Whoopie Pies With Blueberries
Lucy Schaeffer 6Angel Food Cake
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONAngel food cake is basically just whipped egg whites and sugar, but it tastes like heaven in every bite (pun intended). In our book, it’s the perfect dessert: light, fluffy, and a blank slate to be topped with sweet fresh fruits. It’s a classic summer dessert, especially for 4th of July, whether we're topping it with strawberries for a strawberry shortcake variation or enjoying it with plenty of blueberries and whipped cream as an anytime treat.
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7Flag Cake
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON 8Blueberry Cheesecake Icebox Cake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERWhen it’s hot outside, a no-bake dessert like this blueberry cheesecake icebox cake is an ace up your sleeve. Layers of blueberry jam, whipped cream cheese, and graham crackers are stacked together for a no-fuss cool and creamy masterpiece that looks like you spent hours crafting it—when all you did was shove it in the refrigerator to chill for a few hours. No oven required.
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9Berries & Cream Charcuterie Board
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: TYNA HOANG 10Red Velvet Ice Cream
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11American Pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEIt doesn't get any more American than pie, and this flag-inspired pie really takes it to the next level. Refrigerated store-bought pie crust makes whipping this up a total breeze. Just make sure to fulfill your civic duty by serving this with plenty of vanilla ice cream.
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12Cheesecake Pops
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREYou only need 6 ingredients (and some Dixie cups and popsicle sticks) to make these adorable popsicles. They're everything you crave from a cheesecake, made frozen for summer!
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13Fro-Yo Fruit Bites
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONWhether you're looking for an easy, on-the-go breakfast or an anytime sweet snack, these fro-yo bites are the answer. All you need are 4 ingredients (plus your chosen fruit!) to create these bites: plain yogurt, whole milk, honey, and pure vanilla extract. They come together in only 10 minutes—just make sure to give them plenty of time to chill in the freezer so that they set completely.
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14Freedom Bark
Ethan CalabreseThis stunning red, white, and blue chocolate bark tastes like freedom, and is so fun for the whole family to help decorate. We love adding in all our favorite festive sprinkles, like edible stars and plenty of edible glitter.
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15Red, White, & Blue Brownie Parfait
NAOMI ROBINSON 16No-Bake Whipped Ricotta Cheesecake
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17Sponge Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEHaving this cake in your recipe arsenal will have you ready for anything that gets thrown at you: You can cube it a trifle, crumble it over ice cream, or—our favorite—stack it with whipped cream and berries. The best part? You can also have this entire cake ready in just about an hour.
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18Cheesecake Cupcakes
Emily Hlavac GreenWho doesn't love an ultra-creamy slice of cheesecake? These mini versions are super-easy to make (no water bath!), but just as delicious as their full-size counterpart, and much easier to share with BBQ guests.
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19Strawberry Pop-Tart Skillet Pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis strawberry Pop-Tart skillet is a playful twist on a nostalgic childhood favorite. It’s sharing size so you’ll never have to fight over the last Pop-Tart in the package again, and it’s perfect for any occasion. Want to replace your birthday cake with a Pop-Tart? Impress your guests at your 4th of July dinner party? We've got you. With a jammy strawberry filling, buttery pie crust, and sweet icing, this dessert is sure to be a fan favorite.
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20M&M Cookie Bars
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThese have all the comfort of a chocolate chip cookie, with the added crunch of M&M's and the heft of a bar shape, making for a delicious treat that’s impossible to put down. Try them with red, white, & blue M&M's to switch them up for holiday too.
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