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.

Add Filter

    Tout icon

    Campfire Potatoes

    37 reviews

    Crispy, cheesy potatoes on the fire sound like the right choice for the next time you’re camping.


    Easy Deviled Eggs

    34 reviews

    This recipe comes from the Durbin Inn, a well-known restaurant in Rushville, Indiana, from the 1920s until it closed in...


    Grilled Sausages with Summer Vegetables

    4 reviews

    After 30 years of camping, we've come up with an arsenal of surefire recipes. Our grilled sausage with veggies would...


    Swiss Ham Kabobs

    1 review

    With melty cheese, juicy pineapple and salty ham, it's no surprise my daughter requests my kabobs on her May birthday....


    Ginger Plum Tart

    2 reviews

    Sweet cravings, begone: This free-form plum tart is done in only 35 minutes. It's extra awesome when served warm. —Taste...


    Tout icon

    Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

    4 reviews

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


    Cherry Nut Cake

    4 reviews

    My grandmother made up this recipe for her children. Using Ozark-grown cherries and walnuts, she invented one they all liked....


    Oregon’s Best Marionberry Pie

    4 reviews

    I believe Marionberries make the best berry pie in the world. And when you add some cream cheese and flavorings,...

    Dublin Potato Salad

    11 reviews

    You may never go back to "plain" potato salad once you've tried this recipe—I haven't! Dublin Potato Salad goes great...


    Easy Ice Cream Sundae Dessert

    11 reviews

    In summer, nothing's better than ice cream sundaes. We kids couldn't wait to dig into this tempting dessert. It's...


    Tout icon

    Dutch Apple Pie

    136 reviews

    The streusel topping on Dutch apple pie means you can cut out all the time you'd typically need to chill...


    Tout icon

    Lemon Meringue Pie

    15 reviews

    Our lemon meringue pie has a balanced, sweet-tart filling and a fluffy toasted meringue topping.


    Macaroon Cherry Pie

    8 reviews

    I use homegrown cherries in this bountiful pie with its unique crunchy coconut topping. But I've found that purchased tart...


    Tout icon

    Cherry Pudding Cake

    33 reviews

    A cross between a cake and a cobbler, this cherry dessert is awesome. Add it to your list of trusty...


    Fourth of July Bean Casserole

    52 reviews

    The outstanding barbecue taste of these beans makes them a favorite for cookouts all summer and into the fall. It's...


    Swedish Creme

    12 reviews

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


    Tout icon

    Strawberry Poke Cake

    46 reviews

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

    Blackberry Apple Pie

    1 review

    My mother made this pie so often, she could do it with her eyes closed! We picked the berries ourselves,...


    Barbecue Bacon Burger

    8 reviews

    This fantastic barbecue bacon burger has it all: melted cheese, tangy barbecue sauce, crispy bacon and thick onion rings. A...


    Tout icon

    Mini Blueberry Tarts

    3 reviews

    I served this recipe to my family while we were on vacation and they were all amazed! The best part:...


    3-Bean Salad

    9 reviews

    Vibrant, refreshing three-bean salad is a no-cook mix of green, wax and kidney beans, all tossed in a tangy sweet-and-sour...


    Shrimp and Scallop Kabobs

    7 reviews

    “These seafood kabobs are a big hit with everyone who loves spicy food. Don’t forget to use the extra seasoned...


    Lemon-Lime Bars

    15 reviews

    This easy lime bar recipe is a dessert that will wow your guests. I baked these bars for a luncheon...

    Easy Tangy Coleslaw

    4 reviews

    You won't have to fuss with a lot of seasonings to fix this tangy coleslaw. We've shared this old family...


    Tout icon

    Carolina Pulled Pork

    29 reviews

    This tangy Carolina pulled pork recipe features a sweet-and-spicy rub with homemade mustard sauce. When piled on buns with a...


    Tout icon

    Chocolate Ice Cream

    10 reviews

    Chocolate ice cream is one of the easiest ice creams to make. Dust off your ice cream maker for this...


    Tout icon

    Marshmallow Fruit Dip

    10 reviews

    Next time you're looking for a fun dish for a barbecue or an easy dessert for a gathering, this marshmallow...


    Tout icon

    Summer Dessert Pizza

    18 reviews

    Especially refreshing during the summer months, this dessert lets fresh fruit shine. —Ida Ruth Wenger, Harrisonburg, Virginia


    Nutty Caramel Ice Cream Cake

    8 reviews

    We made this frozen treat for a family birthday party, and we received endless comments on it. It’s truly fantastic!...