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4th of July Recipe Round Up

By Amy Patterson

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To celebrate the 4th tomorrow, we’ve rounded up 8 of the coolest Independence Day themed recipes for your tasting pleasure. These recipes range from super easy 5-minute wonders, to more complex (and amazing) treats you can be proud of pulling off.

Flag skewers– These tasty little skewers take minutes to create and create a very cool representation of Old Glory. 

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Photo by: Party City

 

Fruit tray – Another easy flag themed treat. Simply pick your assortment of colored fruits and pair with white chocolate or yogurt-covered pretzels.

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Photo & recipe via: Family Fresh Meals

Red, white & blue trifle – This lovely layered concoction is simply squares of vanilla cake, cool-whip, strawberries and blueberries!

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Photo & recipe via: Lil' Luna

 

Oreo pops – Because who doesn’t love Oreos…(no one).

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Photo & recipe via: Good Recipes Online

Cupcakes – Pair your favorite red velvet cupcakes with a tall pile of cream cheese icing and blueberry accents.

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Photo & recipe via: Your cup of cake

Surprise flag cake – This one is for our Martha Stewart level bakers…every slice is a flag!

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Photo & recipe via: Unoriginalmom.com

Taco salad – If you’re not feeling something sweet, check out this patriotic taco salad. 

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Photo & recipe via: 2Wired2Tired

Cupcake cones – Don’t be fooled by the cone…these aren’t just ice cream – they have a hidden cupcake inside. 

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Photo & recipe via: Smart School House

 

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