4th of July

Check out my recipes for 22 Festive Foods for the 4th! Celebrate the 4 July and soak up the sun with classic barbecue dishes bursting with flavor, fresh sharing desserts and crowd-pleasing appetizers for both adults and kids.

22 Festive Foods for the 4th
June 30, 2023
Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies are a classic, slice and bake soft sugar cookie recipe all dressed up for the 4th of July 4! These patriotic pinwheel cookies have beautiful swirls of red, white and blue. 

Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies
June 20, 2022
Beefy Baked Beans are my favorite!! Beans get mixed with ground beef, onion and bell pepper, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard and Worcestershire before getting topped with a peppered brown sugar bacon.

Beefy Baked Beans
June 10, 2022
Create your own Ice Cream Sundae Bar or ice cream social party that's perfect for any kind of celebration! Jazz up your birthdays, graduations, or just a regular weekend to serve with friends!

Ice Cream Sundae Bar
July 20, 2021
Overhead shot of the Spicy Alabama Fire Crackers that is an easy snack mix recipe with a kick! This makes for a perfect potluck recipe or party snack with spice!

Spicy Alabama Fire Crackers
July 1, 2021
Sip on my Patriotic Sangria recipe this summer to enjoy a cocktail while beating the heat at the same time! With fresh blueberries, strawberries, white grape juice, brandy, and wine, it's perfect for Flag Day, 4th of July or Memorial Day!

Patriotic Sangria
June 25, 2021
Mini Red, White, and Blue Cheesecakes recipe layered with a Golden Oreo crust and creamy tangy cheesecake. Top with sprinkles and whipped cream for the perfect patriotic dessert for 4th of July!

Red, White, and Blue Mini Cheesecakes
June 7, 2021
Red White and Blue Fluff Salad recipe is a delicious dump and go dessert salad or side dish idea that is perfect for any and all occasions! This is such an easy dessert to bring to parties, picnics, and potlucks. 

Red White and Blue Fluff Salad
May 26, 2021
Beach Sand Pudding Cups are an adorable and oh-so-delicious no-bake dessert recipe for kids!  Made with vanilla pudding, food coloring, and whipped topping they are the cutest snack for a party or snack!

Beach Sand Pudding Cups
July 16, 2020
Close-up shot of the finished watermelon cupcakes recipe

Watermelon Cupcakes
June 23, 2020
This shot shows the watergate salad in a bowl with smaller serving bowls ready and waiting to be filled.

Pistachio Fluff Fruit Salad
June 18, 2020
Close-up photo of the finished cucumber salad recipe served in a large serving bowl for a picnic

Cucumber Salad
June 11, 2020
Here we see the finished cheeseburger biscuit bites finished and topped with veggies to eat!

Cheeseburger Biscuit Bites
January 8, 2020
Light, refreshing, healthy Caprese Avocado Salad recipe packed with fresh mozzarella cheese is a quick and easy meal in a salad! This is great for any picnic, holiday, or BBQ!

Caprese Avocado Salad
August 20, 2019
Delicious Sesame Pasta Salad recipe: pasta tossed in a sesame oil and soy sauce-based dressing is a refreshing, Asian-inspired side dish perfect for picnics, BBQ, or potlucks!

Sesame Pasta Salad
July 30, 2019
Frosted Firecracker Pop Rocks Cookies are such a fun, festive dessert for kids for the 4th of July!

Firecracker Pop Rocks Cookies
July 2, 2019
12 Perfect Pasta Salads full of vibrant colors, flavors, and textures. All 12 are the perfect compilation of healthy and hearty and wonderful side dish ideas for any occasion!

12 Perfect Pasta Salads
June 20, 2019
If you need an easy side dish, California Spaghetti Salad has diverse textures & is a great summer salad recipe that tastes even better the next day!

California Spaghetti Salad
June 12, 2019
Bacon and Apple Broccoli Salad is the perfect side dish, potluck or summer picnic side dish loaded with bacon, almonds, and sweet apples! You can make this ahead of time with the homemade dressing in less than 20 minutes.

Bacon and Apple Broccoli Salad
May 9, 2019
Easy Macaroni Coleslaw Salad is packed with colorful vegetables and pasta and a beautiful combination of your two favorite summer side dishes: coleslaw and macaroni salad! This is a great, easy recipe to take to a potluck, picnic or BBQ. Perfect for Labor Day!

Macaroni Coleslaw Salad
July 25, 2018
Easy Grilled Beer Brats with Mango Lime Salsa is a hearty, delicious meal made right on the grill for 4th of July and all of those summer events!

Grilled Beer Brats with Mango Lime Salsa
June 27, 2018
Gorgeous Make-Ahead Eight Layer Salad recipe for the most foolproof, colorful salad great for entertaining, potlucks, or summer picnic side dish idea! It is so easy and you can make it ahead of time for a party or Father's Day BBQ!

Make-Ahead Eight Layer Salad
June 13, 2018
Tender red potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and bright green bell pepper get tossed together to create this delicious Potato Salad recipe that is perfect for Summer picnics or Memorial Day!

Dad’s Potato Salad
April 11, 2018
Firecracker Chicken Meatballs recipe can be an easy, light party appetizer or serve them over rice and make a healthy weeknight dinner out of them! They have a nice spicy kick to them but can be toned down to your liking!

Firecracker Chicken Meatballs
June 27, 2017

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