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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    Berry, Lemon and Doughnut Hole Trifle

    2 reviews

    After my son called and said he was bringing home his college roommates, I was able to whip up this...


    Pina Colada Dip

    3 reviews

    If you like pina coladas, you've gotta try this fluffy fruit dip. Scooped up with a slice of fresh pineapple,...


    Peas Please Asian Noodles

    2 reviews

    My Asian-inspired pasta salad doubles up on the peas for some serious crunch and sweetness. —Catherine Cassidy, Editor, Taste of...


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    Yellow Squash and Zucchini Casserole

    34 reviews

    This simple yellow squash and zucchini casserole is the perfect side dish to serve all summer long. Like a gratin,...


    Whiskey Pineapple Chicken

    2 reviews

    Everyone in my family loves this recipe and its sweet marinade made with ginger, pineapple and a splash of whiskey....


    Red-Eye Barbecue Sauce

    I made this recipe for an assignment in culinary school—my first time making barbecue sauce. I have to say, it...


    Mushroom Bacon Turkey Burgers

    1 review

    If you ask me, a good burger needs mushrooms on top, but they tend to slide around and fall off....


    Barbecued Chicken Marinade

    1 review

    When the family comes together, I pull out the chili powder, Worcestershire and garlic for a marinade that makes chicken...

    Watermelon-Lime Cooler

    When temps heat up, chill some glasses and cool down with a slushy blend of watermelon, lime and ginger ale....


    Strawberry-Basil Refresher

    Fresh strawberries and basil are everywhere, so get them together for a cooler that’s pure sunshine. I garnish with basil...


    Spicy Butterscotch Wings

    6 reviews

    We love big-time-spicy chicken wings. I do a caramel sauce to balance the heat, but you could also glaze the...


    Green Beans in Red Pepper Sauce

    2 reviews

    For easy veggies, I make a simple sauce of sweet red peppers, almonds and parsley. We also like this sauce...


    Tuna Teriyaki Kabobs

    2 reviews

    I love to barbecue but don't always want a heavy dinner. These are perfect in the spring, and you'll have...


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    Cream Pie

    3 reviews

    This creamy pie recipe, made with whipped cream and cream cheese inside a buttery graham cracker crust, could not be...


    Easy Mocha Cream Pie

    This chocolate crust is excellent with a cool no-bake mocha filling. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen


    Flag Cake

    65 reviews

    This American flag cake recipe has fun touches like using vibrant red and blue gelatin for extra color, berries and...


    Blueberry Cobbler

    4 reviews

    This simple slow-cooked dessert comes together in a jiffy. If you'd like, you can substitute apple or cherry pie filling...

    Red, White ‘n’ Blue Salad

    31 reviews

    Our striking "flag" salad drew plenty of attention at our Independence Day party. The shimmering stripes are formed with distinctive...


    Peanut Butter Cereal Treats

    23 reviews

    Kids will love these colorful, crunchy bars. They’re a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats…and because they’re so...


    Pretzel Gelatin Dessert

    30 reviews

    This is one of my mother's absolute favorite desserts. The salty pretzel crust is the perfect complement to the sweet...


    Amaretto Cherries with Dumplings

    2 reviews

    You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the...


    Smoky Baked Beans

    20 reviews

    They’ll be standing in line for this saucy bean recipe full of that hard-to-capture campfire flavor. A combination of colorful...


    Blackberry-Orange Cake

    20 reviews

    My grandmother made luscious fruit pies and cobblers using blackberries from her garden. I decided to follow her lead and...

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    Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake

    16 reviews

    With an apple farm just down the road, I'm always looking for creative ways to use up those bushels. We...


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    Glazed Spatchcocked Chicken

    4 reviews

    A few pantry items, such as mustard and preserves, inspired this recipe. And since then it has been the successful...


    Red, White & Blue Berry Trifle

    10 reviews

    This luscious trifle tastes best if made the day before serving. Keep additional berries on hand for decoration. —Kaia McShane,...


    Southern Coleslaw

    13 reviews

    Lime and cilantro add refreshing accents to this tangy, yummy slaw. It's perfect for a summer get-together.—Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California


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    Slow-Cooker Cheddar Bacon Beer Dip

    10 reviews

    My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Other beers can work for this,...


    Firecracker Shrimp

    3 reviews

    These delightful firecracker shrimp are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. The marinade comes together in moments for sizzling...