1Chantilly Cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThere are cakes and then there’s Chantilly cake, an impressive dessert that marries the simplicity of a classic yellow cake with a delightful berries and cream combo for summer
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2Brookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIntroducing the brookie ice cream sandwich: a trio of rich, fudgy brownies, crisp chocolate chip cookies, and creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect for summer BBQs and gatherings, these sandwiches are equally delightful as a sweet treat stored in the freezer ready to enjoy.
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3Flag Cake
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONHot dogs, fireworks, and flag cake—if your Fourth of July party doesn’t end with a this patriotic dessert, then you’re doing it wrong! With a simple frosting, boxed cake mix, and sweet fresh fruit, this cake is as easy to make as it is to devour.
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4Strawberry-Lemonade Bars
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5Rice Krispies Cheesecake
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORENo longer do you have to decide between a Rice Krispies treat or a slice of cheesecake. This incredible mashup has a crust made from Rice Krispies, which holds together perfectly and is filled with an easy no-bake filling.
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6Lemon-Berry Firecracker Cake
RACHEL VANNINothing says Fourth of July quite like a patriotic dessert, especially this eye-popping lemon-berry firecracker cake. Our spin on the classic firecracker cake is upgraded from white cake to a tangy lemon batter with blueberry- and strawberry-flavored swirls.
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7Strawberries & Cream Semifreddo
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 8Margarita Bars
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIf you love a margarita at happy hour or are simply looking for an easy treat to bring to your next potluck, these zesty bars won't disappoint. Ready in an hour with minimal effort, these dessert bars are the perfect way to shake up your summer.
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9Blueberry Cheesecake Icebox Cake
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER 10Strawberry Pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONStrawberry pie is a light summer dessert that is a tart, sweet blend of fruit and sugar that is perfect for any summer night. This recipe has something special going for it, thanks to a combination of cornstarch and pectin.
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11July 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 is sandwiched between two layers of soft and fluffy vanilla cake before the whole thing is topped with whipped cream frosting and patriotic sprinkles.
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12Raspberry Cheesecake
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13Red, White & Blue Tiramisu
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis red, white & blue tiramisu is made up of blueberry- and strawberry layers for the perfect Fourth of July dessert. That said, we've got a feeling that you’ll be making it again and again, all summer long.
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14Blueberry Pie
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREBlueberry pie is the epitome of summer desserts. Fresh, sweet blueberries and a homemade flaky pie crust make the world's perfect slice of pie.
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15Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE 16S'mores Cupcakes
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWhether you’re sitting around a campfire or standing over your stove, making s’mores is a quintessential summer activity. The crunch of the graham cracker, the melty richness of the chocolate, and the toasty marshmallow all work together to create one of the best treats of all time.
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17Watermelon Cake
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIf you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert for your summer BBQ, this cake is it. Made from simple ingredients like boxed white cake mix, chocolate chips, and a simple frosting recipe, this cake is a simple dessert to bake.
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18American Pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEIf you're looking for the perfect Fourth of July recipe, we've got you covered with this easy American pie. Refrigerated store-bought pie crust makes prepping this a total breeze.
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19Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: PEARL JONESNeed a really simple ice cream sandwich? Use boxed brownie mix! Baking off a pan of brownies and sandwiching your favorite ice cream between them is the easiest way to have a frozen treat ready to go all summer long.
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20No-Bake Strawberry-Lemon Swirl Tart
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis no-bake strawberry lemon swirl tart is the dessert that we're planning to make all season long. It's evocative of a classic French tarte au citron (AKA lemon tart)—but with way less work.
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