July 4th Recipes

Throw the ultimate Independence Day party with our easy 4th of July recipes, including simple finger foods and star-spangled desserts. Plus, get the best party tips to ensure a good ol’ American time.

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    BLT Bites

    These quick hors d'oeuvres may be mini, but their bacon and tomato flavor is full size. I serve them at...


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    Aunt Frances’ Lemonade

    My sister and I spent a week each summer with our Aunt Frances, who always had this thirst-quenching lemonade in...


    Apple Crumble Pie

    Bring this apple crumble pie to your next festive gathering, and you will be the hero of the day!


    Cherry Tarts

    If life is a bowl of cherries, these individual cherry tarts are the best way to use up all the...


    Chilled Mixed Berry Soup

    As a lovely addition to a luncheon menu, our home economists recommend this cool, fruity soup featuring three kinds of...


    Strawberry Malts

    Strawberry malts are an old-fashioned twist on strawberry milkshakes. Juicy strawberries, sweet strawberry syrup and creamy vanilla ice cream are...


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    Strawberry Shortcake Puffs

    An easy and delicious recipe for strawberry shortcake puffs made with store-bought puff pastry dough, whipped cream and fresh strawberries.

    Swedish Creme

    Swedish cream is similar to panna cotta, because it is set with gelatin, but the tender dessert includes sour cream...


    Peach Melba

    Peach melba is a simple yet elegant dish where the flavors of sweet peaches and raspberries shine. If you've never...


    Brownie Trifle

    Peanut butter brownie trifle is a tower of bite-sized, peanut butter chip-studded brownies and creamy peanut butter mousse, crowned with...


    Tuscan Sun-Dried Tomato Spread

    This jam has a robust flavor that complements anything it's served with. The taste and texture make it a yummy...


    Strawberry Ice

    If you enjoy picking strawberries at a local farm, use some of those fresh berries to make strawberry ice. It's...


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    Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you’re a lover of tender, chewy chocolate chip cookies, this recipe was made for you.


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    Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

    Strawberry cheesecake cupcakes serve all the flavors of a slice of cheesecake in a handheld treat. No plate or fork...


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    Strawberry Poke Cake

    This strawberry poke cake is a light, refreshing dessert that’s perfect for a spring afternoon or summer night.


    Brownie Batter Dip

    Our brownie batter dip gives you all the flavor and none of the bake time of true brownies. It's perfect...

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    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    A rich layer of sweetened cream cheese under a glazed strawberry topping makes this strawberry cream cheese pie a standout...


    Mushroom Panzanella

    My fresh take on classic Italian bread salad pairs well with grilled or roasted meats. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia


    Dreamy S’more Pie

    I love desserts and was looking for a way to use hazelnut spread when I came up with this recipe....


    Strawberry Tiramisu Trifle

    "We do a lot of entertaining," relates Tammy Irvine of Whitby, Ontario. "I like to make this easy trifle when...


    No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

    This recipe for no-bake cherry cheesecake could not be easier. Just a few ingredients and a little fridge time is...


    Strawberry Tart

    Showcase those farm-fresh, red-to-the-core summer berries with this outstanding strawberry tart.

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    Strawberry Pie with Jell-O

    There's plenty of sweet berry flavor in this refreshing dessert. Made with sugar-free gelatin and a graham cracker crust, the...


    Cherry Cream Cheese Pie

    A soft, creamy layer tops the bright filling of our cherry cream cheese pie. It is a sweet-tart flavor extravaganza!


    Contest-Winning Brown Sugar Angel Food Cake

    Brown sugar makes this moist, tender angel food cake delicious and different. Chunks of chopped toffee give its fluffy frosting...


    Black Forest Dump Cake

    I make a black forest cake the easy way: Dump everything into a dish and let the magic happen. Give...


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    Fresh Cherry Pie

    If you're looking to learn how to make a cherry pie, this recipe is the place to start. This ruby-red...


    Berry Cheesecake Muffins

    I adapted this recipe over the years for my family, and they think it’s wonderful. Not only are the muffins...