Celebrate America's Birthday With a Festive 4th of July Cake (2024)

This all-American cake was first invented back in the 1970s, but it's still retro-cool! The bright red streaks and white chocolate frosting make it as pretty as it is tasty.

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Celebrate with stars and stripes in the form of cake! This simple sheet cake uses red, white, and blue nonpareils to create the patriotic look.

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What's the best way to celebrate America's birthday? With birthday cake, of course! Swap the rainbow sprinkles for red, white, and blue sprinkles and you'll have a festive cake for the 4th.

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Sweet blueberries and tart lemon join forces for this simple summer cake. The hardest part will be not taking a slice before the festivities begin!

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You can't go wrong with a chocolate chip cookie cake! The oversized cookie is impressive and so much fun to make.

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Sweet, seasonal strawberries and fluffy whipped cream cheese filling makes this cake completely irresistible. The best part is that you can make it ahead and store it in the fridge for easy summer entertaining!

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A simple sheet cake transforms into a festive holiday treat with Ina Garten's classic method for making a flag cake. It's sure to impress your guests!

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You don't need a trip to the beach to enjoy this lovely, tropical cake. It's a breeze to whip up and delicious for any outdoor cookout!

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It wouldn't be a summer party without ice cream! This easy treat using store-bought ice cream is the best way to cool down from the summer sun.

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Making a red, white, and blue dessert doesn't need to be complicated! This one uses store-bought pound cake, fresh mixed berries, and plenty of whipped cream.

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It doesn't get more American than Coca-Cola! This soda (or pop, as Ree Drummond would cal it) helps make the lightest chocolate cake you'll ever get a chance to try.

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This classic cake has had a place in American history since the 1920s. Maybe it's the tropical flavor or the sticky-sweet topping, but it's been a since ever since.

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Sugar-crusted and bursting with berries—this cake is as summery as they come! Top it off with a dusting of powdered sugar, whipped cream, or even ice cream on a hot day.

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This recipe takes Ree Drummond's favorite summer dessert (key lime pie) and turns it into a creamy, zesty, luscious, make-ahead cheesecake.

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Start with a flavorful white cake and you can do anything to make it festive for the fourth! Add a topping of mixed berries, decorate with red, white, and blue sprinkles, or top with sparklers.

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Sometimes referred to as Texas sheet cake, this chocolate dessert can feed a crowd. It's a great way to celebrate America's birthday (or any birthday for that matter!).

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This cake ticks all the boxes: It's seasonal, nostalgic, and easy to make! Just don't be shy when it comes to that strawberry glaze.

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Your guests will never believe that this sweet and summery dessert started with a box of cake mix. We promise, it's surprisingly easy and delicious.

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Everyone should have a good cheesecake recipe. And when you top it with a good fruit compote, it's even better!

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Anyone who's a fan of the classic chocolate-hazelnut spread will love this pretty dessert. Reach for a jar of Nutella to make layers with chocolate cake, whipped cream, and berries.

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