Prep Time: 25 minutesBake Time: 30 minutesServings: 6–8 individual dot cakes Ingredients Instructions Prepare the white cake according to the package directions and bake in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Allow the cake to cool completely. Using a round cookie cutter or the opening of your dessert cups as a guide, cut circles from the cooled cake that…
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4th of July Fruit Salad
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 30 minutesServings: 8–10 Ingredients Instructions In a large serving bowl, gently combine the strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple stars, and watermelon stars. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice and honey until smooth. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate…
Firecracker M&M Cookie Bars
Prep Time: 15 minutesBake Time: 22–26 minutesCool Time: 1 hourServings: 16 bars Ingredients Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Let the cookie dough sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly. Fold the M&M’s, white chocolate chips, and jimmies into the cookie dough just…
Bomb Pop Cheesecake Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 4+ hoursServings: 16 bars Ingredients Crust Cheesecake Layer Blue Layer Red Topping Topping Instructions Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared…
American Flag Taco Dip
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 1 hourServings: 8–10 Ingredients Instructions Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease, stir in the taco seasoning according to the package directions, and let cool slightly. Spread the refried beans evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch serving dish. In a medium…
Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Stars
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 5 minutesCool Time: 30 minutesServings: 12 star treats Ingredients Instructions Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and a large star-shaped cookie cutter. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Divide…
No-Bake Oreo Firecracker Cheesecake Bars
Prep Time: 20 minutesChill Time: 4 hoursServings: 16 bars Ingredients Instructions Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Mix the crushed Oreos with the melted butter until evenly combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator while preparing the filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the…
4th of July Berry Cheesecake Trifle
Prep Time: 15 minutesChill Time: 2 hoursServings: 10–12 Ingredients Instructions In a large bowl, gently fold the whipped topping into the cheesecake filling until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest, if using. In a large clear trifle bowl, layer half of the pound cake cubes, half of the cheesecake mixture, half of the…
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