Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 30 minutesServings: 8–10 Ingredients 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced 2 cups blueberries 2 cups red grapes, halved 2 cups pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces (use a star-shaped cookie cutter for extra fun!) 2 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized pieces (use a star-shaped cookie cutter for extra fun!) 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice…
Author: texasgirlcooks
Firecracker M&M Cookie Bars
Prep Time: 15 minutesBake Time: 22–26 minutesCool Time: 1 hourServings: 16 bars Ingredients 1 (24 oz) tub Pillsbury Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ½ cup red, white & blue M&M’s, plus more for topping ½ cup white chocolate chips 2 Tbsp red, white & blue jimmies, plus more for topping ¼ cup additional M&M’s (for pressing into the tops after…
Bomb Pop Cheesecake Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 4+ hoursServings: 16 bars Ingredients Crust 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs ¼ cup granulated sugar 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Cheesecake Layer 16 oz cream cheese, softened ½ cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs ½ cup sour cream Blue Layer ½ cup cheesecake batter (reserved) ½ teaspoon blue raspberry…
American Flag Taco Dip
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 1 hourServings: 8–10 Ingredients 1 lb lean ground beef 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning 1 (16 oz) can refried beans 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup sour cream 1 cup salsa 2 cups shredded lettuce 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups diced Roma tomatoes 1 (2.25 oz) can…
Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Stars
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 5 minutesCool Time: 30 minutesServings: 12 star treats Ingredients 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Red gel food coloring Blue gel food coloring ½ cup white chocolate chips or white candy melts (optional, for drizzling) Red, white & blue sprinkles Instructions…
No-Bake Oreo Firecracker Cheesecake Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 4 hoursServings: 16 bars Ingredients 24 Oreo cookies, crushed (about 2 cups crumbs) 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 16 ounces cream cheese, softened ½ cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted Red, white & blue sprinkles 6 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped Instructions…
4th of July Berry Cheesecake Trifle
Prep Time: 15 minutesChill Time: 2 hoursServings: 10–12 Ingredients 1 (30 oz) tub Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake Filling 1 (16 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 prepared pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced 2 cups fresh blueberries 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional) Instructions In a large bowl, gently…
The Ultimate Beach Snack Box
Heading to the beach? Skip the expensive boardwalk snacks and pack this colorful Beach Snack Box instead! Filled with a mix of sweet treats, fresh fruit, crunchy favorites, and savory bites, it’s an easy way to keep everyone happy all day long. This snack box is perfect for families, kids, road trips to the coast,…
Nana’s Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler
There are some recipes that just feel like home, and blackberry cobbler will always be one of those for me. Juicy blackberries bake underneath a buttery, golden cobbler topping until everything is warm, bubbly and just a little messy in the best way. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a…
Loaded Southwest Boat Dip
A creamy, zesty dip loaded with bold Tex-Mex flavors that’s perfect for lake days, cookouts, game nights, or anytime you need an easy crowd-pleaser. Prep Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 30 minutes (optional but recommended)Servings: 8–10 Ingredients 16 oz light sour cream 8 oz whipped cream cheese, softened 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 1 teaspoon taco seasoning 1 (10…
